Augustine Herrman: Beginner Of The Virginia Tobacco Trade, Merchant Of New Amsterdam And First Lord

Augustine Herrman: Beginner Of The Virginia Tobacco Trade, Merchant Of New Amsterdam And First Lord Of Bohemia Manor In Maryland is a biography written by Earl L. W. Heck. The book tells the story of Augustine Herrman, a 17th-century merchant and explorer who played a significant role in the development of the tobacco trade in Virginia and Maryland.Herrman was born in Bohemia, now part of the Czech Republic, and immigrated to the Dutch colony of New Amsterdam in the mid-1600s. He quickly established himself as a successful merchant and trader, and eventually became one of the wealthiest men in the colony.In addition to his business ventures, Herrman was also an avid explorer and cartographer. He traveled extensively throughout the Chesapeake Bay region, mapping the area and documenting the local flora and fauna.Later in life, Herrman moved to Maryland, where he was granted a large tract of land that he called Bohemia Manor. He became the first Lord of Bohemia Manor, and used his wealth and influence to help develop the region and establish a thriving tobacco trade.Throughout the book, Heck provides a detailed and engaging account of Herrman's life and accomplishments, drawing on a wide range of historical sources and archival materials. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of early America, the tobacco trade, or the life of one of the most fascinating and influential figures of the 17th century.A Biography Of America's First Great Merchant And Businessman.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.