For The Colony In Virginia Britannia (1612)

For The Colony In Virginia Britannia is a historical book written by William Strachey in 1612. The book is a first-hand account of the early days of the Virginia Colony in North America. Strachey was a member of the Virginia Company and was sent to the colony in 1610 to serve as its Secretary. He documented his experiences and observations in this book, which was intended to inform and encourage further colonization efforts.The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides a detailed description of the geography, climate, and natural resources of Virginia. Strachey also describes the Native American tribes he encountered and their way of life. The second part of the book focuses on the struggles and challenges faced by the colonists, including disease, famine, and conflicts with the Native Americans. Strachey provides a vivid and often harrowing account of the difficulties faced by the early settlers in Virginia.For The Colony In Virginia Britannia is an important historical document that provides insight into the early days of the Virginia Colony and the challenges faced by its inhabitants. It is also a valuable source of information about the Native American tribes that lived in the region and their interactions with the colonists. The book is written in a straightforward and accessible style, making it an engaging read for anyone interested in the history of early America.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.