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The Original Papers and Letters, Relating to the Scots Company, Trading to Africa and the Indies: From the Memorial Given in Against Their Taking ... There, to Their Last Address Sent Up to - Softcover
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A collection of 17th‑century letters and memorials that illuminate a bold but controversial Scottish trading venture in Africa and the Indies.
This volume gathers correspondence between Sir Paul Ricaut, the Company of Scotland, and royal officials as they navigate petitions, proclamations, and the challenges of establishing colonies and trade networks in the late 1690s. Readers will see how political pressure, imperial ambitions, and financial risk intersected in a high‑stakes effort to secure support and protection for a new global enterprise.
The documents offer a window into the tensions between merchants, colonial administration, and the Crown. They reveal how leaders argued for royal favor, described their progress at Darien, and responded to official questions about governance, defense, and commerce. While focused on a specific episode, the collection also reflects broader questions about empire, independence, and the rights of trading companies in a competitive Atlantic world.
- Primary correspondence and official communications spanning petitions, responses, and strategic updates.
- Context on the Darien venture, settlements, and interactions with local communities and rivals.
- Insights into 17th‑century governance, Parliament, and the Crown’s involvement in colonial ventures.
- Documentation of the legal and financial pressures shaping early modern exploration and trade.
Ideal for readers of early modern history, imperial commerce, and the diplomatic channels that shaped ambitious overseas projects.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating and tumultuous history of the Company of Scotland, a venture that aimed to establish a trading colony in Darien, a region on the Isthmus of Panama. It chronicles the companyââ â¢s bold ambitions, its struggle for recognition and support, and its eventual downfall. The author weaves together a compelling narrative by presenting a collection of original letters and documents, offering an intimate glimpse into the complex web of political intrigue, economic challenges, and international relations that shaped the fate of the Darien venture. The book explores themes of colonial expansion, economic competition, and the delicate balance of power between nations in the late 17th and early 18th centuries. Through its meticulously researched accounts, the book reveals the intricate interplay between national ambitions, corporate interests, and individual motivations that ultimately led to the demise of the Darien colony, leaving a lasting mark on Scottish history and highlighting the complexities of early modern globalization. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332984596_0
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