The Making Of Virginia And The Middle Colonies, 1578-1701 (1907)

The Making of Virginia and the Middle Colonies, 1578-1701 is a historical book written by Samuel Adams Drake and published in 1907. The book is a comprehensive study of the early history of Virginia and the Middle Colonies, covering the period from 1578 to 1701. The book begins with an overview of the early exploration of the region by European explorers, including Sir Walter Raleigh and Captain John Smith. It then moves on to discuss the founding of the Virginia Colony in 1607, including the struggles faced by the colonists in their early years. The book then turns its attention to the Middle Colonies, including New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware. It covers the early Dutch and Swedish settlements in the region, as well as the founding of the English colonies in the late 1600s. Throughout the book, Drake provides detailed accounts of the political, social, and economic developments in the region, including the growth of the tobacco industry in Virginia and the impact of the Quaker religion on the Middle Colonies. Overall, The Making of Virginia and the Middle Colonies, 1578-1701 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the early history of the United States, providing a detailed and engaging account of the founding and development of these important colonies.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.