Harlem, City Of New York: Its Origin And Early Annals - Paperback

by James Riker (Author)

""Harlem, City of New York: Its Origin and Early Annals"" is a historical book written by James Riker that explores the early history of Harlem, a neighborhood in New York City. The book provides a detailed account of the origins of Harlem, including its early settlement by the Dutch and the English, as well as its development into a thriving community in the 19th century. Riker delves into the social, cultural, and economic factors that shaped Harlem's early history, including the role of slavery, the growth of the Harlem Renaissance, and the impact of urbanization. The book also includes maps, illustrations, and other visual aids to help readers better understand the history of this important neighborhood. Overall, ""Harlem, City of New York: Its Origin and Early Annals"" is a comprehensive and engaging exploration of the rich history of one of New York City's most iconic neighborhoods.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.