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The Sovereignty and Goodness of God: Being a Narrative of the Captivity and Restoration of Mrs. Mary Rowlandson is a memoir published in 1682 by the Puritan woman Mary Rowlandson who was captured by Native Americans during King Philip's War. Her narrative explores themes of faith, providence, and deliverance, offering insight into the challenges of maintaining religious convictions amidst adversity. It is considered a captivity narrative, a popular genre in colonial America, and is one of the most famous examples of the genre. 

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