A New Voyage to Carolina - Hardcover

by John Lawson (Author)

A New Voyage to Carolina is a book written by John Lawson, an English explorer, naturalist, and surveyor. The book was first published in 1709 and is considered a valuable historical document that provides a detailed account of the natural history, geography, and people of the Carolina colony in the late 17th century.The book is divided into two parts. The first part describes Lawson's journey from Charleston, South Carolina to the interior of the colony. He describes the landscape, flora, and fauna he encounters along the way, as well as the customs and way of life of the Native American tribes he encounters. Lawson also provides detailed descriptions of the various settlements and towns he visits, including their layout, architecture, and economy.The second part of the book is devoted to a more general description of the Carolina colony. Lawson discusses the geography, climate, and natural resources of the region, as well as the political and economic situation of the colony. He also provides a detailed account of the various Native American tribes that inhabited the region, including their customs, language, and religion.Overall, A New Voyage to Carolina is a fascinating and informative book that provides a unique perspective on the early history of the Carolina colony. It is a valuable resource for historians, anthropologists, and anyone interested in the natural history and culture of the American South.""Poor John!"" she was murmuring. ""I am sure it was the wearing cark of money troubles that killed him. Still, he is in heaven now. But the clergyman said in his sermon that heaven was only a pretty fairy tale."" She wept anew.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.