Bøger af Samuel H Yonge

This book is a concise but comprehensive overview of the foundation, growth, and ultimate decline of the first permanent English settlement in America. It offers a detailed examination of the political, social, and economic factors that shaped the early years of James Towne and provides a unique look into the daily life of the colonists. The author, Samuel H. Yonge, is a respected expert in early American history and uses primary sources to paint an accurate and engaging portrait of an essential period in American history.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.

The Site of Old James Towne, 1607-1698: A Brief Historical and Topographical Sketch of the First American Metropolis (1903) is a book written by Samuel H. Yonge. The book provides a comprehensive account of the historical and topographical features of the first American metropolis, Old James Towne, which was established in 1607 and existed until 1698. The author describes the layout and architecture of the town and provides a detailed account of its founding and subsequent development. The book also includes information about the social and economic conditions of the town, as well as its political and religious institutions. The author draws on a wide range of primary sources, including historical documents, maps, and archaeological findings, to provide a rich and detailed account of life in Old James Towne. The book is an important resource for historians and scholars interested in the early history of America and the development of its first major settlement. Overall, The Site of Old James Towne, 1607-1698 is a valuable and informative book that provides a fascinating glimpse into the early history of 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.