Publisher's Synopsis
""A History Of The Grand Traverse Region"" is a book written by Morgan Lewis Leach in 1883. It is a comprehensive account of the history of the Grand Traverse region, located in the northern part of the lower peninsula of Michigan, USA. The book covers the period from the early 17th century, when the first European explorers arrived in the region, to the late 19th century, when the book was published. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a specific period or topic related to the history of the Grand Traverse region. The first chapter provides an overview of the region's geography and natural resources, including its forests, lakes, and rivers. The second chapter explores the region's Native American history, with a focus on the Anishinaabe people who lived in the area prior to European contact. Subsequent chapters cover the arrival of French and British explorers and traders, the establishment of various settlements and trading posts, and the region's role in the fur trade. The book also discusses the impact of the American Revolution and the War of 1812 on the region, as well as the arrival of American settlers and the establishment of Michigan as a state. Throughout the book, Leach provides detailed accounts of important events and individuals in the region's history, including the Ojibwe chief Pontiac, the fur trader William Johnston, and the early settler Peter Dougherty. He also includes descriptions of the region's natural beauty and resources, as well as its agriculture, industry, and transportation systems. Overall, ""A History Of The Grand Traverse Region"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Michigan or the Great Lakes region. It provides a detailed and engaging account of the people, events, and forces that shaped the Grand Traverse region over several centuries.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.
