Peaceable Kingdom Lost: The Paxton Boys and the Destruction of William Penn's Ho
by Kevin Kenny
A historical account of the Paxton Boys' uprising and its role in undermining William Penn's peaceful vision for colonial Pennsylvania.
About This Book
This book examines a pivotal episode in colonial American history involving frontier settlers known as the Paxton Boys.
It investigates the breakdown of peaceful relations originally envisioned by William Penn in Pennsylvania.
The narrative focuses on the consequences of vigilante actions against Native American communities during the colonial period.
Readers gain insight into the social and political tensions that shaped early American frontier life.
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