Elizabeth Haddon: A True Narrative Of The Early Settlement Of New Jersey (1898) - Couverture souple

Haddon, Elizabeth

 
9781436833837: Elizabeth Haddon: A True Narrative Of The Early Settlement Of New Jersey (1898)

Synopsis

Elizabeth Haddon: A True Narrative Of The Early Settlement Of New Jersey (1898) is a historical account of the life and experiences of Elizabeth Haddon, a prominent figure in the early settlement of New Jersey. Written by Haddon herself, the book provides a firsthand account of the struggles and triumphs of the early settlers in the area, as well as the challenges faced by women in a male-dominated society.The book begins with a brief overview of Elizabeth Haddon's family background and childhood in England, before moving on to her decision to travel to New Jersey in the early 1700s. Haddon describes the difficulties of the journey, including the dangers of the sea voyage and the challenges of settling in a new and unfamiliar land.Once in New Jersey, Haddon became involved in various aspects of colonial life, including farming, trading, and community building. She also played a key role in the establishment of the town of Haddonfield, which was named after her family.Throughout the book, Haddon provides insights into the social, economic, and political conditions of colonial New Jersey. She also reflects on her own experiences as a woman in a male-dominated society, and the challenges she faced in asserting her independence and autonomy.Overall, Elizabeth Haddon: A True Narrative Of The Early Settlement Of New Jersey (1898) offers a fascinating glimpse into the early history of New Jersey and the experiences of one of its most influential and remarkable pioneers.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.

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9781164632719: Elizabeth Haddon: A True Narrative Of The Early Settlement Of New Jersey (1898)

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ISBN 10 :  116463271X ISBN 13 :  9781164632719
Editeur : Kessinger Publishing, 2010
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