Island at the Center of the World

Island at the Center of the World

by Russell Shorto

2005

Forget the Pilgrims; a lost Dutch colony laid the groundwork for America's most enduring ideals. This vibrant history excavates the surprisingly modern society of New Netherland, a melting pot that championed tolerance and individual freedoms long before the United States existed. Explore the clash between a progressive legal mind and an autocratic governor, a power struggle that forged the spirit of New York City and continues to resonate today.

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