Thomas Dongan: Colonial Governor Of New York 1683-1688 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163158036)

""Thomas Dongan: Colonial Governor of New York 1683-1688"" is a historical book written by Thomas P. Phelan. The book is focused on the life and times of Thomas Dongan, who was the colonial governor of New York from 1683 to 1688. The author provides a detailed account of Dongan's life, including his early years, his military career, and his political achievements. The book also covers the political and social landscape of New York during the late 17th century, including the conflicts between the English and Dutch settlers, the role of the Native Americans, and the impact of the Glorious Revolution on the colony. Through extensive research and analysis, the author presents a comprehensive portrait of Dongan as a skilled administrator, a shrewd politician, and a committed Catholic. The book is an important contribution to the field of colonial history, providing a valuable insight into the early years of New York and the challenges faced by its leaders.""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: Thomas P. Phelan
ISBN-10: 1163158038
ISBN-13: 9781163158036
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 172
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.52lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.37d