De Witt's Colony is a historical book written by Ethel Zivley Rather and published in 1905. The book tells the story of Green DeWitt, who led a group of settlers to Texas in the early 1820s. DeWitt's Colony was established in the area that is now known as Gonzales County, and the book provides a detailed account of the colony's founding and early years.Rather's book is based on extensive research and includes a wealth of information about the people, events, and challenges faced by the settlers. The author draws on a variety of sources, including letters, diaries, and official documents, to paint a vivid picture of life in DeWitt's Colony.Throughout the book, Rather highlights the struggles and triumphs of the settlers as they worked to build a new life in Texas. She describes the challenges they faced, including harsh weather, disease, and attacks by Native Americans. She also explores the social and economic structures of the colony, including the role of women and the development of agriculture and industry.De Witt's Colony is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Texas and the early days of American settlement in the region. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives of the pioneers who helped shape the state's rich cultural heritage.This Book Is In English.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.