The Settler: The Story of Thomas Cornell, The Progenitor of The Cornell Family In America

by Thomas Herman Cornell II

The The Story of Thomas Cornell, The Progenitor of The Cornell Family In America, is a harrowing and historical fiction account of the Settler Thomas Cornell's life, whom came to North America from England in 1638 and experienced many trials & tribulations in this new land. The book is a fictionalized though very historical account of his trials, joys, and struggles in a new and foreboding land. The Settler is a dramatic story of survival, the search for freedom, & the love of a father for his family. The book tells of his story including his relationship with such historical figures as the puritan minister Roger Williams whom was the first American abolitionist. He was a advocate of religious freedom & separation of church & state. Thomas also was a follower & friend of America's founding mother, the puritan religious reformer whom defied the strict massachusetts bay colony magistrates. The same magistrates whom would create an environment of intolerance that would lead to the Salem Witch Trials. Thomas's story also includes mental, spiritual, & physical & a confrontation with a witch & satan himself. The book is not something you will want to put down, it will keep you on the edge of your seat. The book is written by author Thomas H. Cornell II, a direct descendent of the protagonist Thomas Cornell.

193 pages, Paperback

Published July 4, 2020