Discover a bizarre story of dreamy Quakers, dueling almanacs, and New Jersey's first published author, a story that would - improbably - lay the groundwork for the Jersey Devil legend. In this first episode of a four-part history series, we encounter the Pine Barrens, we learn about the English Dissenters and why they fled for the New World, and we get to meet one of the most singular, overlooked figures from early Colonial America: Daniel Leeds, an airy ranter, a pioneering writer, a tempestuous shit-disturber, and a remarkable man who would inspire a legend. Plus, Ben Franklin shows up to hilariously clown on a rival author.
Written and narrated by Dylan Ferguson, featuring Sean O'Rourke. Original music is by Rob What.
Some of the main sources for this episode include:
Brian Regal & Frank J. Esposito, The Secret History of the Jersey Devil (2018)
Bill Sprouse, The Domestic Life of the Jersey Devil (2013)
Pekka Hämäläinen, Indigenous Continent (2022)
Daniel Leeds, The Temple of Wisdom for the Little World (1688)
Find Dylan at: dylan@bravooustsider.com
Find more of Rob's music at: robwhat.bandcamp.com
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