This is a pre-1923 historical reproduction that was curated for quality. Quality assurance was conducted on each of these books in an attempt to remove books with imperfections introduced by the digitization process. Though we have made best efforts - the books may have occasional errors that do not impede the reading experience. We believe this work is culturally important and have elected to bring the book back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. This text refers to the Bibliobazaar edition.
Les informations fournies dans la section « A propos du livre » peuvent faire référence à une autre édition de ce titre.
Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the complex and intriguing story of George Evelin, a figure who played a pivotal role in the early days of colonial Maryland. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of the contentious rivalry between William Claiborne, a prominent figure in Virginia, and Lord Baltimore, whose proprietary rights to Maryland were contested by Claiborne. Evelin's arrival in 1636 at Kent Island, a settlement established by Claiborne, coincides with the burgeoning tensions between Virginia and Maryland. The author meticulously reconstructs the events that led to Evelin's seemingly opportunistic shift in allegiances from Claiborne to Lord Baltimore, and the subsequent dramatic events that culminated in the takeover of Kent Island by Maryland. A tale of betrayal, political maneuvering, and conflict, this book offers insights into the motivations and machinations of individuals shaping early colonial society. It highlights the significance of personal ambition and the role of power struggles in shaping the trajectory of the fledgling colonies, demonstrating how the pursuit of personal gain can have profound consequences for the individuals and communities involved. 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. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781332863730_0
Quantité disponible : Plus de 20 disponibles
Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332863730
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)
Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332863730
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)