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The Island at the Center of the World by Russell Shorto
"Astonishing . . . A book that will permanently alter the way we regard our collective past." --The New York Times. In a riveting, groundbreaking narrative, Russell Shorto’s The Island at the Center of the World reveals how New Netherland shaped New York City and American ideals. This early Dutch colony fostered tolerance and rights, offering a fresh view of America’s origins long before the Pilgrims arrived.
