Invading Paradise

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The book delves into the complexities of the Esopus Wars, exploring the motivations and attitudes of European settlers in 17th-century New York. By focusing on individual settlers, it seeks to uncover the underlying causes of the conflicts with Native Americans, challenging existing historical narratives. The study emphasizes the scarcity of indigenous records while highlighting settler perspectives on land acquisition and the ensuing violence. Readers are prompted to reflect on the dynamics that led to these tragic confrontations and their genocidal consequences.