Publisher's Synopsis
The Adventures of the Chevalier De La Salle and His Companions in Their Explorations of the Prairies, Forests, Lakes and Rivers of the New World and Their Interviews with the Savage Tribes Two Hundred Years Ago is a book written by John S. C. Abbott. The book is a historical account of the exploration of the New World by the French explorer Ren�����-Robert Cavelier, Sieur de La Salle, and his companions in the 17th century. The book details the group's journey through the prairies, forests, lakes, and rivers of the New World, as they explored and mapped the land. The book also explores the interactions between the explorers and the various Native American tribes they encountered along the way. The book is written in an engaging and accessible style, making it suitable for readers of all ages. It provides a fascinating insight into the early exploration of the New World and the interactions between European explorers and Native American tribes. Overall, The Adventures of the Chevalier De La Salle and His Companions is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of exploration and the early history of North America.1875. Illustrated. A chronicle of the life of Robert de la Salle, explorer and Catholic missionary among to the Indians. Contents: The Enterprise of James Marquette; The First Exploration of the Mississippi River; Marquette's Last Voyage and Death; Life upon the St. Lawrence and the Lakes Two Hundred Years Ago; The Voyage Along the Lakes; The Expedition of Father Hennepin; Life with the Savages; Escape from the Savages; The Abandonment of Fort Crevecoeur; La Salle's Second Exploring Tour; The Great Enterprise Accomplished; The Return Voyage; Sea Voyage to the Gulf of Mexico; Lost in the Wilderness; A Trip toward Mexico; The Last Days of La Salle; The Penalty of Crime; and The Close of the Drama.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.
