The book "The First Seventeen Years: Virginia 1607-1624" by the famous historian Charles E. Hatch, Jr. is a study of a key period in the history of the formation of English settlements in North America. The author reveals in detail the events that took place at the beginning of the 17th century in the newly founded colony of Virginia, describing the life, difficulties, conflicts and achievements of the first settlers. Hatch pays attention to both the individual destinies of the first settlers and the colony as a whole, creating a multifaceted picture of early Virginia history. The author refers to various sources - from documents of colonial authorities to personal letters and memories of settlers, which allows to understand the atmosphere and events of that time. "The First Seventeen Years: Virginia 1607-1624" is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of colonial America and who wants to gain a deeper understanding of the spirit of the early settlements in the New World.