Count Frontenac And New France Under Louis XIV: France And England In North America V5 (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780548102978)

Count Frontenac and New France Under Louis XIV: France and England in North America V5 is a historical book written by Francis Parkman. It is the fifth volume in a series that explores the history of the French and English colonies in North America during the 17th and 18th centuries. The book focuses on the life and career of Louis de Buade, Comte de Frontenac, who was the governor of New France from 1672 to 1682 and again from 1689 to 1698. Frontenac was a key figure in the struggle between France and England for control of North America, and the book details his efforts to defend and expand French territory in the region.Parkman's writing is known for its vivid descriptions and attention to detail, and this book is no exception. He provides a comprehensive account of the political, social, and military events of the time, as well as the cultural and economic factors that shaped the development of the French and English colonies.Overall, Count Frontenac and New France Under Louis XIV: France and England in North America V5 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of North America during the colonial period, as well as those interested in the life and legacy of one of its most important figures.In Five Volumes.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.

Author: Francis Parkman
ISBN-10: 054810297X
ISBN-13: 9780548102978
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 07/25/2007
Pages: 556
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.16lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.38d