A Discourse Concerning Western Planting (1877)

A Discourse Concerning Western Planting is a book written by Richard Hakluyt and published in 1877. The book is a historical account of the English efforts to establish colonies in North America during the late sixteenth century. It is divided into two parts, the first of which provides a detailed overview of the reasons why England should establish colonies in the New World. The second part of the book is an account of the various attempts by the English to establish colonies in North America, including the failed attempts at Roanoke Island and the successful establishment of Jamestown. Throughout the book, Hakluyt argues that the establishment of colonies in North America would bring numerous benefits to England, including the expansion of trade, the acquisition of new resources, and the spread of Christianity. He also emphasizes the importance of establishing good relations with the native peoples of the region and treating them fairly. Overall, A Discourse Concerning Western Planting is an important historical document that sheds light on the early English attempts to establish colonies in North America and the motivations behind those efforts.This scarce antiquarian book is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.