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by Kathlyne Knickerbocker Viele (Author)
Viele, 1659-1909: Two Hundred And Fifty Years With A Dutch Family Of New York is a historical book written by Kathlyne Knickerbocker Viele. The book provides a detailed account of the Viele family, a prominent Dutch family in New York, from their arrival in the area in 1659 to the early 20th century. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific period in the family's history. The author draws on a variety of sources, including family records, letters, and historical documents, to paint a vivid picture of the Viele family and their contributions to the development of New York.Throughout the book, readers will learn about the family's involvement in various industries, including agriculture, shipping, and real estate. The author also explores the family's social and cultural activities, including their participation in local politics and their patronage of the arts.Overall, Viele, 1659-1909: Two Hundred And Fifty Years With A Dutch Family Of New York is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of New York and the role that prominent families played in shaping the city's development.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.
