Fishers Island, N. Y., 1614-1925 (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Ferguson, Henry L.

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1397728000 ISBN 13 : 9781397728005

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Discover the deep roots of Fishers Island and its role in early exploration, Native connections, and colonial life. This concise history traces the island from its Indigenous use through first European notes, Block’s exploration, and the 17th–18th century settlement era. It weaves together map clues, letters, and archival records to illuminate how a small corner of Long Island Sound shaped regional storytelling.

In a clear, accessible voice, the book shows how explorers, governors, and residents navigated scarce resources, changing loyalties, and the waterfront world around Fishers Island. It highlights key figures, from Block and Laet to the Winthrops, and explains how this place touched broader events in colonial America.

• Early discovery and naming debates, with references to Block, Laet, and other explorers


• Interactions between Native peoples and settlers, including conflicts and trade


• The island’s role in colonial governance, land ownership, and daily life


• Local wildlife, hunting traditions, and the evolution of the island’s shores and harbors

Ideal for readers of local history, maritime heritage, and New England colonial life, this edition offers a tight, accessible view of a small island with a lasting place in American history.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1397728000
• ISBN 13: 9781397728005
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 163
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible