Filled with Fortitude

In this carefully-researched historical novel full of surprisingrevelations, you will meet Elizabeth Tilley, who was just thirteenwhen she boarded the ship Mayflower in 1620. Through herexperiences, you will learn about the women and children during theirharrowing voyage and the devastating sickness that took the lives ofher parents and half the other passengers. You will witness Elizabeth stransition from a naive child to a woman of remarkable strength asshe helps settle Plymouth colony, marries John Howland, gives birthto seven of her ten children, and overcomes incredible challenges. Be uplifted by this unique account of America s early history, as seenthrough Elizabeth s eyes a fascinating portrayal of the victory of thehuman spirit over seemingly impossible odds.