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Book SynopsisThe 2009 quadricentennial celebrations commemorating the discovery of the Hudson River by Henry Hudson will also spotlight one of our deepest and most enduring national legacies. This book takes needed stock of the remarkable past created by the settlers of New Netherlands.
Trade Review"... Offers multiple perspectives from specialists focusing on specific themes..." -William & Mary Quarterly " ... A lavishly illustrated publication." -Antiques and the Arts Online "... Attractively designed with dozens of illustrations, many in color. Recommended" -Choice "With more than 15 contributors and 13 original essays, Dutch New York examines four centuries of the Dutch presence that has shaped the Hudson Valley." -Times Union "... an accessible and informative collection of diverse essays tracing the Dutch influence on the culture of the Hudson Valley." -The Hudson River Valley Review
