Pioneers Of France In The New World: France And England In North America V1 (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781497834460)

Pioneers of France in the New World: France and England in North America V1 is a historical book written by Francis Parkman. It is a detailed account of the early French explorers and settlers who ventured into the New World in the 16th century. The book covers the period from the arrival of Jacques Cartier in 1534 to the establishment of Quebec by Samuel de Champlain in 1608.The author describes the challenges faced by the French pioneers as they navigated the treacherous waters of the St. Lawrence River, battled hostile Native American tribes, and struggled to establish a foothold in the New World. He also provides a vivid portrayal of the political and social conditions in France and England during this period, and how they influenced the colonization efforts in North America.The book is divided into chapters that focus on specific explorers and settlements, such as Cartier's voyages to Canada, the ill-fated colony of Charlesbourg-Royal, and the founding of Acadia by Pierre Dugua de Mons. Parkman's writing style is engaging and informative, and he draws extensively from primary sources such as journals, letters, and official documents to provide a comprehensive and accurate account of the events.Overall, Pioneers of France in the New World: France and England in North America V1 is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of early European exploration and colonization in North America.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1902 Edition.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: 1497834465
ISBN-13: 9781497834460
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 03/29/2014
Pages: 526
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.91lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.13d