Publisher's Synopsis
""A Historical Inquiry Concerning Henry Hudson: His Friends, Relatives And Early Life, His Connection With The Muscovy Company And Discovery Of Delaware Bay"" by John M. Read Jr. is a comprehensive study of the life and career of Henry Hudson, the English explorer who is best known for his voyages to North America in the early 17th century. The book provides a detailed account of Hudson's early life, his family background, and his connections with the Muscovy Company, which sponsored his voyages of exploration. It also examines Hudson's discovery of Delaware Bay, which marked a significant milestone in the history of European exploration of North America. The author has drawn upon a wide range of primary and secondary sources to provide a detailed and engaging portrait of this fascinating historical figure. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of exploration and the early colonial period in North America.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.