Sir William Johnson

By Augustus C. Buell

Book Overview

Sir William Johnson is a biography of the British colonial administrator and Indian agent, Sir William Johnson, written by Augustus C. Buell. The book traces Johnson's life from his early years as a trader in upstate New York to his rise as a powerful figure in colonial politics and his role in negotiating peace treaties with Native American tribes. Buell explores Johnson's complex relationships with both the British government and the indigenous peoples he worked with, as well as his personal life, including his marriage to a Mohawk woman and his relationships with other women. The book provides a detailed and nuanced portrait of Johnson's life and legacy, offering insights into the complex political and cultural dynamics of colonial 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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163613673
• ISBN13: 9781163613672
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 308 Pages
• Weight: 0.91 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"