John Robinson was a key figure in the Separatist movement of the 16th century, and his writings had a profound impact on the development of religious freedom and tolerance in Europe and America. This collection brings together some of Robinson's most important works, including his groundbreaking treatise 'Of Religious Communion, Private and Public'. With insightful commentary provided by Robert Ashton, this volume offers readers a comprehensive look at the life and thought of one of the most important religious figures of his time. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.