Owning New Jersey: Historic Tales of War, Property Disputes &

Owning New Jersey: Historic Tales of War, Property Disputes & the Pursuit of Happiness

New Jersey's land records and deeds are unlikely sources for a thrilling tale but reveal little-known, fascinating history. A detailed story of the founding of the Garden State 350 years ago is preserved in these papers. The state's boundaries were drawn in such documents centuries ago, even if the authors never stepped foot in North America. The archives hide heroes, like the freed African Americans who fought for their right to own their piece of the state. And of course, there are the bizarre and mysterious tales, like the silk baron's castle and the assault against a sixteen-year-old maiden during the throes of the American Revolution. Join land title expert Joseph Grabas as he combs through these all-but-forgotten stories of the pursuit of happiness and property in early New Jersey.

WINNER OF THE NEW JERSEY STUDIES ACADEMIC ALLIANCE AUTHORS AWARD (non-fiction category)
Country USA
Brand The History Press
Manufacturer The History Press
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber , black & white illustrations, maps
ReleaseDate 2014-09-23
UnitCount 1
Format Illustrated
EANs 9781626196209

Country	USA
Brand	The History Press
Manufacturer	The History Press
Binding	Paperback
ItemPartNumber	, black & white illustrations, maps
ReleaseDate	2014-09-23
UnitCount	1
Format	Illustrated
EANs	9781626196209

Owning New Jersey: Historic Tales of War, Property Disputes & the Pursuit of Happiness