The Story Of Penelope Stout: As Verified By The Events Of History And Official Records (1897) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781167151224)

The Story of Penelope Stout is a historical book written by Thomas Hale Streets in 1897. The book revolves around the life of Penelope Stout, who was a prominent figure in the early colonial period of America. The author has verified the events and incidents of Penelope Stout's life through historical records and official documents.Penelope Stout was born in England and later migrated to the Dutch colony of New Amsterdam (now New York). She was one of the survivors of a shipwreck that occurred off the coast of New Jersey in 1650. The book describes her struggle to survive in a new and unfamiliar land, and her eventual settlement in the area that is now known as Monmouth County, New Jersey.The author also describes the challenges that Penelope Stout faced as a woman in a male-dominated society. She was widowed twice and had to raise her children on her own. The book also highlights her bravery and resilience in the face of danger. She was attacked by Native Americans and left for dead, but she survived and went on to live a long and prosperous life.The Story of Penelope Stout is a fascinating account of a remarkable woman who played an important role in the early history of America. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of colonial America, women's history, or the history of New Jersey.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.

Author: Thomas Hale Streets
ISBN-10: 1167151224
ISBN-13: 9781167151224
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 20
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.20lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.05d