<p>'An informative and thought-provoking history' The Telegraph<br>'A story rich in intrigue, diplomacy and personalities' New Statesman<br>'Offering new perspectives and ideas' Guardian<br>'Here is the whirligig of history, which Shorto captures vividly in this well-researched, well-written, sprightly book' Literary Review<br>In 1664, England decided to invade the Dutch-controlled city of New Amsterdam on Manhattan Island. Ch...