Diary, 1732.

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Diary, 1732.

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Selections from Groves' diary, specifically, an account of his voyage and travels about Yorktown and Gloucester, Virginia in which he describes the buildings and accommodations. Also, there are descriptions of Williamsburg and the College of William and Mary, a discussion of the patterns of local trade, lists of crops grown in the region, and of native flora and fauna. Additionally, there is an extensive description of the lives of slaves, including diet, living conditions, and customs.

1 v. (23 p.) ; 23 cm.

Colonial Williamsburg Foundation. John D. Rockefeller, Jr. Library

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Colonial Williamsburg Foundation. John D. Rockefeller, Jr. Library

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