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YAFamous Ships series.
Streissguth details the history of the iconic Mayflower, from its construction as a merchant ship in 1600 England to its perilous 1620 voyage to New England and its lasting legacy. The Pilgrims' journey, with all its uncertainties, miscues, and human suffering, is especially vivid in the readable narrative. Illustrations, archival images, diagrams, and maps provide additional insight. Reading list, timeline, websites. Bib., glos., ind.