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About The Book: The History of the Indian Wars in New England (1677) by William Hubbard, later edited and annotated by Samuel G. Drake, provides a detailed account of conflicts between English settlers and Native Americans from the early colonial period to King Philip’s War. Hubbard’s firsthand narrative offers insights into Puritan perspectives, while Drake’s 19th-century edition adds scholarly annotations and context. The two-volume work remains a significant historical source on early American warfare, indigenous resistance, and colonial expansion in New England. About The Author: William Hubbard (1621–1704) was a Puritan minister and historian in colonial Massachusetts, known for his detailed accounts of early American history. Serving in Ipswich, he authored A Narrative of the Troubles with the Indians in New-England (1677), a key work on King Philip’s War that provides crucial insights into Native-colonial relations. His writings reflect the Puritan perspective on New England’s conflicts and expansion, making them valuable historical sources on early colonial struggles and interactions with Indigenous peoples. About The Author: Samuel Gardner Drake (1798–1875) was an American antiquarian, historian, and bookseller, renowned for pioneering the study of early American and Native history. He founded the first antiquarian bookstore in the U.S. and co-founded the New England Historic Genealogical Society. His notable works, including The Book of the Indians and Annals of Witchcraft in New England, provide valuable insights into Indigenous history and colonial America. Drake’s scholarship significantly contributed to preserving early American historical narratives and genealogical research. The Title 'The History Of The Indian Wars In New England: From The First Settlement To The Termination Of The War With King Philip In 1677 written/authored/edited by William Hubbard, Samuel G. Drake', published in the year 2025. The ISBN 9789370140233 is assigned to the Paperbac