Dutch and English on the Hudson: A Chronicle of Colonial New York

Dutch and English on the Hudson: A Chronicle of Colonial New York, written by Maud Wilder Goodwin and first published in 1757, provides a historical account of the early exploration and settlement of New York. It focuses on the interactions between Dutch settlers, particularly Henry Hudson, and Native American tribes, detailing the complexities of colonization, trade, and conflict. The narrative begins with Hudson's 1609 voyage aboard the 'Half Moon,' marking the start of Dutch involvement in America and setting the stage for the region's tumultuous history.