Publisher's Synopsis
Scandinavian Immigrants in New York, 1630-1674 is a historical book written by John Oluf Evjen in 1916. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Scandinavian immigrants who arrived in New York during the years 1630 to 1674. It traces their journey from their homelands in Denmark, Norway, and Sweden, to their arrival in the New World, and their subsequent settlement in the New York area.The book covers a range of topics related to the Scandinavian immigrants, including their reasons for leaving their homelands, the challenges they faced during their journey, and the difficulties they encountered in their new lives in America. It also explores the cultural and social aspects of their lives, including their religious beliefs, customs, and traditions.The author draws on a range of primary sources, including official records, diaries, and letters, to provide a detailed and engaging account of the lives of these early immigrants. The book is well-researched and provides a valuable insight into the experiences of Scandinavian immigrants in New York during the early years of settlement.Overall, Scandinavian Immigrants in New York, 1630-1674 is an informative and engaging historical account that will appeal to anyone with an interest in the history of immigration, early American history, or Scandinavian culture and traditions.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.
