"Life in Massachusetts Bay" - a book written by George Francis Dow, is an interesting documentary essay about the daily life of colonists in Massachusetts Bay in the 17th century. The author examines in detail various aspects of their lives - from family organization and religious beliefs to their economy and lifestyle. The book contains a lot of interesting information about how the colonists adapted to the new conditions, interacted with the local tribes and preserved their culture in the new environment. This is an important source for understanding the history of the United States and the development of English settlement in America.