| Author |
Hemstreet, Charles, 1866- |
| Title |
The Story of Manhattan
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 76.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Gregory Smith, David Garcia, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"The Story of Manhattan" by Charles Hemstreet is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work chronicles the rich and complex history of New York City, focusing on its transformation from a wild island inhabited by Native Americans to the bustling metropolis it is today. The book is structured as a narrative, emphasizing significant events and figures in Manhattan’s past with the intent to be both informative and engaging. The opening of the book sets the scene of Manhattan in the year 1609, depicting its untamed beauty and the Native American tribes inhabiting the land. It introduces Henry Hudson's voyage aboard the "Half Moon," as he explores the region while searching for a passage to the East Indies. The narrative highlights the initial encounter between Hudson and the indigenous people, alluding to the misunderstandings that would arise from the European explorers' ambitions. As Hudson's journey unfolds, it becomes clear that his discovery would lead to the eventual colonization and transformation of the island, setting the stage for the events and developments that shaped New Manhattan. This poignant historical reflection aims to connect readers with the city’s roots, inviting them to appreciate its deep heritage. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
F106: United States local history: Atlantic coast. Middle Atlantic States
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| Subject |
New York (N.Y.) -- History
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
13842 |
| Release Date |
Oct 24, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 18, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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