The Dutch colony of New Netherland
By: Daniel R. Faust
Series: Spotlight on New York; Spotlight on New York
Publisher: PowerKids Press
Published: 2015
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 24
ISBN-13: 9781477773284; 9781477773338; 9781477772850
Subjects: Juvenile literature; History; Dutch; Social life and customs; Manners and customs
Description: Using the most recent research, this volume examines how New York s history and culture were influenced by its complex past as a part of a Dutch colony known as New Netherland. Provides a detailed history of New York while it was under Dutch control and explores the lasting influence of New York s Dutch heritage. Includes important people involved in shaping New Netherland, including Adriaen Block, Petrus Stuyvesant, and others. The book features maps and primary sources to help illustrate the events that shaped New Netherland and New York State. Detailed Table of Contents, Further Information Sections, Glossary, Index, Maps, Primary Sources, Social Studies Content, Sidebars.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (page 24) and index.
Table of contents: title: The Dutch arrive; title: New Netherland; title: The colony grows; title: Leaders of New Netherland; title: Who lived in the Dutch colony; title: Colonial Dutch homes; title: Colonial Dutch farming; title: School and games; title: The English take over; title: Living under English rule.