Sir William Alexander And American Colonization: Including Three Royal Charters (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163237502)

Sir William Alexander and American Colonization is a book written by Edmund F. Slafter that explores the life and work of Sir William Alexander, a Scottish courtier and poet who played a key role in the early colonization of America. The book includes three royal charters that were granted to Alexander by King James I of England, which gave him the right to establish colonies in North America. The book provides a detailed account of Alexander's life, from his early days as a courtier to his involvement in the colonization of Nova Scotia and Newfoundland. It also explores his relationships with other key figures of the time, including King James I and Sir Walter Raleigh. The three royal charters included in the book provide a fascinating insight into the early history of American colonization, and the challenges faced by those who sought to establish colonies in the New World. The book also includes a wealth of historical information and analysis, making it an essential read for anyone interested in the history of early American colonization. Overall, Sir William Alexander and American Colonization is a comprehensive and engaging book that provides a fascinating insight into the life and work of one of the key figures of early American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Edmund F. Slafter
ISBN-10: 1163237507
ISBN-13: 9781163237502
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 292
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.87lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.61d