Karen Ordahl Kupperman is an American historian specializing in the colonial history of the Atlantic world in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. Her research illuminates the complex interactions between European settlers and Indigenous peoples, examining the formation of new identities and empires. Through meticulous analysis of historical sources, Kupperman offers profound insights into the political, social, and cultural dynamics that shaped early America. Her work is a significant contribution to our understanding of the early colonial era and its enduring impacts.
In this vividly written book, prize-winning author Karen Ordahl Kupperman refocuses our understanding of encounters between English venturers and Algonquians all along the East Coast of North America in the early years of contact and settlement. All...
Focusing on the lost colony of Roanoke, this narrative highlights the settlers' bravery and the challenges they faced amidst complex Native American cultures. Award-winning historian Karen Ordahl Kupperman delves into the factors contributing to the colony's failure while exploring the broader historical context between Columbus's voyages and the arrival of the Mayflower. The book captures the intrigue and mystery surrounding this pivotal moment in early American history, shedding light on what might have been for these early English settlers.
This edition of the MAJOR PROBLEMS IN AMERICAN COLONIAL HISTORY offers a fresh perspective on the subject by incorporating a continental and thematic approach to the study of American colonial history. It features a blend of primary sources and analytical essays designed to foster critical thinking. Each chapter is thoughtfully structured with introductions, headnotes, and further reading suggestions, making it an invaluable resource for understanding the complexities of colonial America in line with contemporary teaching methods.
The book explores the rise and fall of Providence Island, a colony established by English Puritans in 1630, which ultimately collapsed by 1641. It delves into the political, social, and economic challenges faced by the settlers, shedding light on their aspirations and the harsh realities that led to the colony's demise. Through this examination, the narrative provides insights into the broader themes of colonialism, religious fervor, and the complexities of early American settlement.