Four centuries ago, Henry Hudson discovered the majestic river that now bears his name. Douglas Hunter8217;s Half Moon is the first book-length history of the 1609 adventure that would ultimately reshape the New World and lead to the birth of a global capital151;New York City. This swiftly moving tale re-creates the bubbling mixture of espionage, economics, and politics that drove men to the edges of the known world151;and beyond. In a feat of forensic cartography, Hunter offers a fresh perspective on the daring Hudson8217;s motivation and objectives151;and even on where he went. Half Moon is a rich narrative of adventure,filled with international intrigue, business drama, and the thrill of discovery.