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A Selected Bibliography of Virginia, 1607-1699

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This bibliography compiles a curated list of primary and secondary sources on seventeenth-century Virginia intended for general readers and beginning researchers. Entries are arranged for browsing, with guides and bibliographies, thematic sections on topics such as Jamestown, social life, economy, law, religion, Indians, Bacon's Rebellion, maps, and biography, and a chronological sequence of primary materials from before 1607 through 1699. Citations are abbreviated but provide enough bibliographic detail for locating original editions, reprints, and reproductions in libraries. Editors note selection criteria and collaborators, and emphasize economy of format while aiming to include works that have endured scholarly use.

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E. G. Swem

E. G. Swem was an American bibliographer and historian, recognized for his contributions to the study of Virginia's early history. His notable work, "A Selected Bibliography of Virginia, 1607-1699," serves as an essential resource for researchers and scholars interested in the colonial period of Virginia. Through meticulous documentation and curation of sources, Swem played a significant role in preserving the literary and historical heritage of the state. His efforts have aided in the understanding of Virginia's development and its place in American history.

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