The Significance of John Eliot's Natick and the Name Merrimac

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This book explores the history of the Natick Indians of Massachusetts and their interactions with English colonists, particularly the Puritan missionary John Eliot. It also examines the origin and meaning of the name 'Merrimac', which is derived from the Algonquin language spoken by the Native Americans in the region. The authors draw on a variety of historical and linguistic sources to provide a comprehensive account of this fascinating period in American history.