Chronological History Of The Discovery And Settlement Of Guiana, 1493-1668 (1888)

""Chronological History Of The Discovery And Settlement Of Guiana, 1493-1668"" is a book written by James Rodway in 1888. The book provides a detailed account of the discovery and settlement of Guiana, a region in South America, from the year 1493 to 1668. The author has compiled information from various sources, including historical documents and firsthand accounts of explorers and settlers.The book begins with Christopher Columbus' discovery of the Guiana region in 1498 and goes on to describe the various expeditions and explorations that took place in the following years. It covers the Spanish and Portuguese conquests of the region, the establishment of colonies by the Dutch and the English, and the conflicts that arose between the different colonial powers.The author also provides insights into the indigenous tribes of Guiana and their interactions with the European settlers. He describes their customs, beliefs, and way of life, as well as the impact of European colonization on their culture.Overall, ""Chronological History Of The Discovery And Settlement Of Guiana, 1493-1668"" is an informative and comprehensive account of the early history of Guiana. It is a valuable resource for historians, scholars, and anyone interested in the history of South 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.