Lenape Country: Delaware Valley Society Before William Penn
door
Jean R. Soderlund
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Action & Adventure
History
Formaat
Hardcover
Pagina's
264
Taal
Engels
Gepubliceerd
Sep 25, 2014
Uitgever
University of Pennsylvania Press
Editie
1
ISBN-10
0812246470
ISBN-13
9780812246476
Beschrijving
In the early 17th century, the Delaware Valley was not a desolate wilderness waiting for colonization, but a vibrant landscape shaped by the Lenape people. Through vivid storytelling and meticulous research, Jean R. Soderlund brings to life the rich cultural tapestry of Lenape society before the arrival of William Penn. She explores their intricate social structures, spiritual beliefs, and their connection to the land, which was both a source of sustenance and identity.
Soderlund delves into the interactions between the Lenape and European settlers, highlighting the complexities of their relationships amidst the encroaching presence of Dutch plantation efforts. The tension between the aspirations of the settlers and the established ways of the Lenape reveals a nuanced historical narrative, emphasizing the agency of the indigenous people in response to colonial ambitions.
This work stands as a vital resource for understanding the historical context of the region, illustrating a society that thrived long before external influences rewrote its story. It invites readers to reconsider the legacy of early America through the lens of those who inhabited it first.
Soderlund delves into the interactions between the Lenape and European settlers, highlighting the complexities of their relationships amidst the encroaching presence of Dutch plantation efforts. The tension between the aspirations of the settlers and the established ways of the Lenape reveals a nuanced historical narrative, emphasizing the agency of the indigenous people in response to colonial ambitions.
This work stands as a vital resource for understanding the historical context of the region, illustrating a society that thrived long before external influences rewrote its story. It invites readers to reconsider the legacy of early America through the lens of those who inhabited it first.
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