Isbn: 9781332942435 - an abridgment of the indian affairs (classic reprint): contained in four folio volumes, transacted in the colony of new york, from the year 1678 to ... year 1678 to the year 1751 (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 compelling glimpse into the fascinating world of the fur trade in colonial New York, a subject often overlooked in historical accounts. The author, a scholar of the colonial period, delves into the intricate network of relationships between European traders, Native American tribes, and the British Crown. The book examines how the fur trade served as a crucial economic engine, a means of political alliances, and even a catalyst for warfare. The author explores the complex interplay between competing interests: the desire for profit, the need for control, and the impact on Native American lives. Through meticulous research and analysis of primary sources, including official records and personal letters, the book reveals the power struggles, political maneuvering, and ethical dilemmas inherent in this lucrative trade. The book ultimately reveals the profound influence of the fur trade on shaping the course of colonial history, highlighting how a seemingly ordinary commercial enterprise became a key factor in the struggle for power and dominance in North America. 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.…