ISBN: 9780282809843 - Case of Venezuela: Brief Concerning the Question of Boundary Between Venezuela and British Guiana (classic Reprint) (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book, spanning two centuries of exploration in South America, places readers at the heart of the struggle for territorial dominance between competing powers following Christopher Columbus' discovery of the continent. The author examines the period from the late 15th century through the mid-18th century, a time when Spain, England, and the Netherlands vied for control of Guiana, a vast and resource-rich region that today comprises parts of Venezuela, Guyana, Suriname, French Guiana, and Brazil. The author meticulously dissects the historical record, including documents, maps, and firsthand accounts from explorers, to illuminate the complex interactions between Spanish conquistadors, Dutch traders, and the indigenous peoples of the region. This book not only provides a detailed account of the competing claims and expeditions that shaped the geopolitical landscape of Guiana, but also explores the broader themes of European colonialism, resource exploitation, and the often-overlooked role of indigenous populations in the face of encroaching foreign powers. By weaving together a rich narrative with rigorous historical analysis, this book offers a valuable contribution to our understanding of this pivotal period in South American history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…