Stories Of The Old Dominion - John Cooke Esten

""Stories Of The Old Dominion: From The Settlement To The End Of The Revolution"" is a historical book written by John Esten Cooke in 1879. The book tells the tales of Virginia, known as the Old Dominion, from its early settlement to the end of the American Revolution. It covers a wide range of topics such as the arrival of the first settlers, the establishment of the first colony, the struggles between the English and the Native Americans, the growth of the tobacco industry, the rise of slavery, and the events leading up to the American Revolution. The book also features stories of famous Virginians such as George Washington, Patrick Henry, and Thomas Jefferson. Through these stories, Cooke provides a vivid picture of the early history of Virginia and its role in shaping the United States. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in American history, particularly the history of Virginia and the American Revolution.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.

EAN: 9781104260408