Peter Wraxall (71 results)

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Hardcover. Very good condition (no dust jacket). . 264p.

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Hardcover. Condition: Good. Bound in red cloth with gilt spine lettering, ex-library (discarded) with usual treatments, pages lightly age toned but free of internal marking Good+ condition.

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Hardcover. Condition: Good. 1968. North America, Native Americans. Benjamin Blom, NY.Good ex-library cloth with end sheet cut, 264p.

Hardcover. Condition: VERY GOOD. First Edition. cxviii, 251pp. Sewn binding in red cloth, gilt spine lettering. Ex-library; spine sunned, tips a bit rubbed, front hinge starting, text unmarked. Shipped professionally in a box.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a compelling glimpse into the fascinating world of the fur trade in colonial New York, a subject often overlooked in historical accounts. The author, a scholar of the colonial period, delves into the intricate network of relationships between European traders, Native American tribes, and the British Crown. The book examines how the fur trade served as a crucial economic engine, a means of political alliances, and even a catalyst for warfare. The author explores the complex interplay between competing interests: the desire for profit, the need for control, and the impact on Native American lives. Through meticulous research and analysis of primary sources, including official records and personal letters, the book reveals the power struggles, political maneuvering, and ethical dilemmas inherent in this lucrative trade. The book ultimately reveals the profound influence of the fur trade on shaping the course of colonial history, highlighting how a seemingly ordinary commercial enterprise became a key factor in the struggle for power and dominance in North America. 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.…

Cloth. Condition: Good. No DJ. Reprint Edition. Pp: cxviii + 264. Gilt titles: sp. Harvard Historical Studies Vol. XXI. First printing 1915. Ex-lib. w/ usual markings. Interior leaves are clean and tight. " An Abridgment of the Indian Affairs Contained in Four Folio Volumes, Transacted in the Colony of New York, from the Year 1678 to the year 1751." Edited with an introduction and biography of Captain Wraxall by Charles Howard McIlwain. Peter Wraxall (1720-1759) served as the Secretary of the Commissioners of Indian Affairs at Albany, and William Johnson from 1755. By transcribing these records of Indian relations with New York (1678-1751) he left a legacy of great interest for undersanding this crucial period in colonial history. Much on the fur trade with Albany, shifting tribal alliances with the British and French, etc., etc. A very nice copy.…

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Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - The Shelf2Life Native American Studies Collection is a unique set of pre-1923 materials that explore the characteristics and customs of North American Indians. From traditional songs and dance of the Apache and Navajo to the intricate patterns of Arapaho moccasins, these titles explore the symbolic meaning of Native American music and art. Complex relationships between tribal groups and government are also examined, highlighting the historic struggle for land rights, while the retelling of ancient myths and legends emphasize a belief in the interconnection of humans and nature and provide readers with significant insight into a culture deeply rooted in spirituality. The Shelf2Life Native American Studies Collection provides an invaluable perspective into Native American culture and politics during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.…

Condition: New. KlappentextThe Shelf2Life Native American Studies Collection is a unique set of pre-1923 materials that explore the characteristics and customs of North American Indians. From traditional songs and dance of the Apache and Navajo to the i.

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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a unique collection of documents and notes that explores the complexities of the Indian fur trade in the colony of New York. It sheds light on a crucial aspect of colonial history and the struggle between England and France for control of North America. The Indian fur trade played a central role in the economy, politics, and international relations of the era, with its regulation and control being a key factor in the outcome of the Seven Years' War. Through the analysis of Indian records and Wraxall's notes, this book offers a comprehensive examination of the fur trade's significance and its impact on the balance of power during the 18th century. Its insights provide valuable historical context for understanding the dynamics of colonial America and the evolution of the fur trade as a defining feature of that era. 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.…