Isbn: 9781332231522 - ulster county, n. y, vol. 2: probate records (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a unique glimpse into the lives of early settlers in Ulster County, New York, through a compilation of probate records from the late 18th century. The author meticulously transcribed and analyzed these legal documents, providing a rich tapestry of personal stories, family dynamics, and economic realities of the time. Readers will encounter a fascinating array of individuals - farmers, merchants, blacksmiths, and even a carpenter - whose wills reveal their hopes, fears, and values. The book delves into the complexities of inheritance, land ownership, and the social hierarchy of the era. It also sheds light on the cultural practices and religious beliefs of these early American settlers, drawing upon their use of the Dutch language and their enduring faith in a Christian afterlife. Through these detailed records, the book paints a vivid portrait of life in the formative years of the American republic, offering invaluable insights into the lives of those who shaped the nation's history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…