William Shirley V1 - George Arthur Wood - Bog

William Shirley V1: Governor of Massachusetts, 1741-1756: A History (1920) is a historical book written by George Arthur Wood. The book is a detailed account of the life and times of William Shirley, who served as the governor of Massachusetts from 1741 to 1756. It covers the political, social and economic aspects of the period, including the French and Indian War, which was a significant event during Shirley's tenure. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of Shirley's leadership style, his political beliefs, and his relationship with the people of Massachusetts. The author also explores the challenges faced by Shirley during his time in office, including the struggle to maintain peace with the Native Americans and the constant threat of attacks from the French. Overall, William Shirley V1: Governor of Massachusetts, 1741-1756: A History is an informative and engaging book that provides a fascinating insight into the life of one of America's most significant colonial governors.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.