Publisher's Synopsis
The Jesuit Relations and Allied Documents: Travels and Explorations of the Jesuit Missionaries in North America 1610-1791 is a comprehensive collection of writings by Jesuit missionaries who traveled and explored North America between the years 1610 and 1791. Compiled and edited by Thwaites, Reuben Gold, this book presents a unique and detailed account of the Jesuit missions in North America during the colonial period.The book is divided into several volumes, each containing a wealth of information about the Jesuit missionaries' experiences in different regions of North America. The writings cover a wide range of topics, including the geography, flora, and fauna of the regions, the customs and beliefs of the indigenous peoples, and the Jesuits' efforts to convert them to Christianity.The Jesuit Relations and Allied Documents also includes detailed accounts of the Jesuits' interactions with various European colonial powers, including the French, English, and Spanish. The book sheds light on the complex political and social dynamics of the time, as well as the challenges and dangers faced by the Jesuit missionaries as they traveled through unfamiliar and often hostile territories.Overall, The Jesuit Relations and Allied Documents is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of North America, the Jesuit missions, or the colonial period more broadly. The book provides a rich and detailed account of the experiences of the Jesuit missionaries who played a significant role in shaping the history and culture of the region.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.
