History of the Seventeen Towns of Rensselaer County (New York)

Weise, A.J.

Edité par J.M. Francis & Tucket, Troy, N.Y., 1880

This book tells the story of Rensselaer County, New York, from the first Dutch settlement in the 17th century to the formation of the county in 1791. The author draws on a wealth of primary sources to provide a detailed account of the county's early history, including the purchase of land from the Indians, the establishment of the manor of Rensselaerwyck, and the division of Albany County into three counties.The book also explores the social, economic, and political life of the county's inhabitants from the Dutch farmers who first settled the land to the Yankee immigrants who arrived in the 18th century. Through its rich and detailed account of Rensselaer County's past, this book sheds light on the broader history of New York State and the United states. Bound in black cloth with gilt lettering on spine. 158 pp. Near fine hardcover.The only flaw is a small section of the front endpaper has been clipped. A very scarce New York county history. The photos on the listing page are of the actual book for sale. Always carefully packaged and shipped quickly, often same day. N° de réf. du vendeur 002584

Détails bibliographiques

Titre : History of the Seventeen Towns of Rensselaer...
Éditeur : J.M. Francis & Tucket, Troy, N.Y.
Date d'édition : 1880
Reliure : Hardcover
Etat : Near Fine
Etat de la jaquette : No Jacket
Edition : 1st Edition