The English Rediscovery And Colonization Of America (1891)

By John B. and John B. Shipley

Book Overview

The book ""The English Rediscovery and Colonization of America"" by John B. Shipley was published in 1891. The book is a historical account of the English exploration and colonization of America. It covers the period from the first English voyages to the New World in the late 16th century to the establishment of the thirteen colonies in the 17th and 18th centuries.The book provides a detailed description of the English explorers who first set foot on American soil, including Sir Francis Drake, Sir Walter Raleigh, and John Cabot. It also examines the various attempts by the English to establish colonies in America, including the failed attempts at Roanoke and Jamestown, and the successful establishment of the Massachusetts Bay Colony and other colonies in New England.The book delves into the political, economic, and social factors that drove the English to explore and colonize America. It also explores the interactions between the English and the Native American tribes they encountered, as well as the impact of colonization on the indigenous peoples.Overall, ""The English Rediscovery and Colonization of America"" is a comprehensive and informative account of the English exploration and colonization of America, providing insights into the motivations, challenges, and consequences of this significant historical event.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: 1163892319
• ISBN13: 9781163892312
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 172 Pages
• Weight: 0.52 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"