The Story Of The Bronx From The Purchase Made By The Dutch From The Indians In 1639 To The Present Day - Stephen Jenkins - Bog

""The Story Of The Bronx From The Purchase Made By The Dutch From The Indians In 1639 To The Present Day"" is a historical account of the development and transformation of the Bronx, a borough located in New York City. The book traces the history of the Bronx from its early days when it was inhabited by Native Americans to its colonization by the Dutch in 1639. The author, Stephen Jenkins, provides a detailed account of the various events and people that shaped the borough, including the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the influx of immigrants in the 20th century. The book also delves into the social, economic, and political issues that have affected the Bronx over the years, including poverty, crime, and urban decay. Through the use of archival documents, photographs, and personal accounts, Jenkins paints a vivid picture of the Bronx's rich and diverse history, and its ongoing struggles and triumphs. Overall, ""The Story Of The Bronx From The Purchase Made By The Dutch From The Indians In 1639 To The Present Day"" is a comprehensive and engaging account of one of America's most iconic boroughs.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.