Publisher's Synopsis
The Story of Tonty is a historical fiction novel written by Mary Hartwell Catherwood. The book is set in the late 17th century and follows the life of Henri de Tonty, an Italian explorer and soldier who accompanied French explorer Ren�����-Robert Cavelier, Sieur de La Salle in his expeditions to North America. The novel begins with Tonty's arrival in New France and his subsequent journey to the Great Lakes region, where he meets La Salle and becomes his loyal companion. Together, they embark on a series of expeditions, facing numerous challenges such as harsh weather conditions, hostile Native American tribes, and treacherous terrain. As the story progresses, Tonty becomes an integral part of La Salle's team, using his expertise in engineering and military tactics to help the expedition overcome obstacles. However, their journey is not without its setbacks, and the group faces many hardships along the way. Throughout the book, Catherwood paints a vivid picture of life in 17th-century North America, describing the landscape, people, and customs in great detail. She also explores themes such as loyalty, friendship, and perseverance, as Tonty and La Salle work together to achieve their goals. Overall, The Story of Tonty is a captivating tale of adventure and exploration, offering readers a glimpse into the fascinating world of early North American history.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.
