Voyages From Holland To America: A.D. 1632 To 1644 (1853) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781165147359)

Voyages From Holland To America: A.D. 1632 To 1644 is a historical book written by David Peterson De Vries. The book was originally published in 1853 and provides a detailed account of De Vries' experiences as a Dutch trader and explorer in America during the early 17th century. The book is divided into three parts, each detailing a different voyage made by De Vries. The first part describes his journey to the Delaware River in 1632, where he established a trading post and interacted with the local Native American tribes. The second part recounts his voyage to the West Indies in 1634, where he traded goods and encountered Spanish and English colonizers. The third and final part details his return to the Delaware River in 1643, where he witnessed the aftermath of a conflict between the Dutch and the local tribes.Throughout the book, De Vries provides a vivid and detailed description of the landscapes, people, and cultures he encounters during his travels. He also offers insights into the economic and political conditions of the time, as well as the challenges and opportunities faced by early European explorers in America.Overall, Voyages From Holland To America: A.D. 1632 To 1644 is a valuable historical document that provides a unique perspective on the early years of European exploration and colonization in America.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint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: David Peterson De Vries
ISBN-10: 1165147351
ISBN-13: 9781165147359
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 198
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.60lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.42d