Albertus C. Van Raalte And His Dutch Settlements In The United States

By Albert Hyma

Book Overview

""Albertus C. Van Raalte And His Dutch Settlements In The United States"" is a historical book written by Albert Hyma. The book is a detailed account of the life and legacy of Albertus C. Van Raalte, a Dutch Reformed minister who immigrated to the United States in the mid-19th century. Van Raalte was instrumental in establishing several Dutch settlements in the Midwest, including Holland, Michigan.The book provides an in-depth look at Van Raalte's life, from his early years in the Netherlands to his journey to the United States and his work in establishing Dutch settlements. The author also explores the cultural and religious influences that shaped Van Raalte's beliefs and actions, as well as the challenges he faced in his efforts to establish these settlements.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of Van Raalte's life and work. The author uses primary sources, including letters and diaries, to provide a detailed and accurate account of Van Raalte's experiences.Overall, ""Albertus C. Van Raalte And His Dutch Settlements In The United States"" is a comprehensive and informative book that sheds light on an important figure in American history. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of Dutch immigration to the United States, as well as the cultural and religious influences that have shaped American society.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432561405
• ISBN13: 9781432561406
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 284 Pages
• Weight: 0.92 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"