The narrative of the Captivity written in 1682 by Mary Rowlandson focuses on the capturing and savage murders of Englishmen done by the Indians. It particularly focuses on Mary Rowlandson’s experience while in captivity. In confinement, she struggles with the loss of her baby and separation from the rest of her family. Through this difficult time she still believes that god is helping her get by. Although that is not the purpose of the piece it is important in order to see the big idea of the writing. When she writes about knowing that God is with her through the smallest of signs she shows the true purpose of her piece, that when you have faith and you thank god for the little things it can give you guidance through the big conflicts in life.
