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Follow the bold voyage of La Salle, a French adventurer whose journeys helped map the Great Lakes and the Mississippi River region.
This authoritative biography traces a life of daring navigation, empire-building, and persistent quest. It weaves together exploration, politics, and the harsh realities of frontier life to illuminate a pivotal period in North American history.
- Discover the motivations and risks behind early trans-continental exploration.
- Meet the characters who accompanied La Salle and shaped his expeditions.
- Explore how discovery, empire, and religion intersected in the age of exploration.
- Learn how these voyages left a lasting mark on the map and on memory.
Ideal for readers of history and adventure who want a clear, grounded portrait of a landmark figure and his era.
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The French Adventurer: The Life and Exploits of Lasalle (Classic Reprint)
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book takes readers on a journey into the life and times of a fascinating figure from French history: Cavelier de la Salle. The author skillfully weaves together biographical details, historical events, and philosophical musings to create a portrait of a man driven by an insatiable thirst for adventure and exploration. The narrative transports readers to the 17th century, when France was carving out an empire in the New World. We follow de la Salle's path from his early years as a Jesuit novitiate to his decision to embrace a life of exploration and colonization in Canada. The author explores themes of ambition, conflict, religious fervor, and the complexities of human relationships as de la Salle navigates the treacherous waters of the St. Lawrence, encounters Indigenous peoples, and establishes his own colony. Through de la Salle's story, the author sheds light on the fascinating clash between religious faith and secular ambition, offering a compelling look at a pivotal period in French colonial history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780259759676_0
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The French Adventurer
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780259759676
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