Publisher's Synopsis
""Barthelemi Tardiveau, A French Trader In The West"" by Howard C. Rice is a historical biography that tells the story of a French trader who played a significant role in the early exploration and settlement of the American West during the 18th century. Tardiveau was a fur trader who worked for the French government and traveled extensively throughout the Great Lakes region, the Mississippi River Valley, and the Missouri River Basin. The book chronicles Tardiveau's life and adventures, including his interactions with Native American tribes, his participation in the French and Indian War, and his role in the establishment of French trading posts in the West. The author draws on a wealth of primary sources, including Tardiveau's own journals and letters, to paint a vivid picture of life in the West during this time period. The book also explores the broader historical context of Tardiveau's life, including the complex political and economic relationships between European powers, Native American tribes, and American settlers. It offers insights into the challenges and opportunities faced by early traders and explores the ways in which their activities helped shape the development of the West. Overall, ""Barthelemi Tardiveau, A French Trader In The West"" is a fascinating and well-researched account of an important figure in Western history. It will appeal to anyone interested in the history of the American West, the fur trade, or early European exploration and settlement in North America.Biographical Sketch, Including Letters From B. Tardiveau To St. John De Crevecoeur 1788-1789.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.
