Publisher's Synopsis
Voyages From Holland To America: A.D. 1632 To 1644 is a historical account written by David Peterson De Vries and first published in 1853. The book chronicles De Vries' travels from Holland to America during the years 1632 to 1644, providing a firsthand account of the colonization of the New World by the Dutch. De Vries' account is a valuable primary source for historians, as it offers insight into the early days of Dutch settlement in America, including the establishment of New Amsterdam (now New York City) and the conflicts with Native American tribes. The book also details De Vries' personal experiences as a trader and landowner in the New World, as well as his interactions with other Dutch colonists and European explorers.Overall, Voyages From Holland To America: A.D. 1632 To 1644 is a fascinating historical document that sheds light on the early days of European colonization in America and the challenges faced by those who sought to establish new lives in a foreign land.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.
