Alexander Hewatt's 'The History of the Colonies of South Carolina and Georgia' is a meticulously researched and detailed account of the establishment and development of these two Southern colonies in the early years of American history. Hewatt's writing style is clear and informative, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of the political, social, and economic structures that shaped these colonies. The book is a valuable resource for those interested in colonial history and offers insights into the challenges and triumphs of the settlers in the region. Hewatt skillfully combines historical analysis with primary sources to create a compelling narrative that sheds light on the complexities of colonial life in the South. This work exemplifies the scholarly dedication and expertise of Alexander Hewatt as a historian. Hewatt's background as a clergyman and scholar equipped him with the knowledge and insight necessary to tackle such a significant historical subject. Readers interested in delving into the rich history of the Southern colonies will find 'The History of the Colonies of South Carolina and Georgia' to be an essential and enlightening read.
Zusammenfassung
"The History of the Colonies of South Carolina and Georgia" in two volumes by Alexander Hewat is the first history of South Carolina and Georgia published in 1779. In the first volume, the author attempts to outline the earliest settlement of North America, and the reasons for the influx of British, French and other European migrants in the early 17th century due to religious conflict at home. Hewat describes in much detail the conditions and customs of American Indians, with whom he shows sympathy despite their threat to European immigrants. He describes the settlement of Carolina by aristocratic British Proprietors, the setting up of plantations, wars with the Indians, the Spanish and Pirates, and the hardships of the climate, as well as the introduction of African slaves. Hewat saw Africans as more suited to the South Carolina climate, and essential to the Southern Economy, but imagined an indentured servant system similar to that which existed for white immigrants, and supposed that the conditions of slavery would incite them to revolt, as indeed they did at Stono in 1739.