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Laut, Agnes C.
1871
1936
Laut, Agnes Christina
Laut, Agnes C. (Agnes Christina)
Pathfinders of the West
Being the Thrilling Story of the Adventures of the Men Who
Discovered the Great Northwest: Radisson, La Vérendrye,
Lewis and Clark
Reading ease score: 69.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Produced by Al Haines
"Pathfinders of the West" by Agnes C. Laut is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book narrates the thrilling adventures of early explorers in North America, focusing on figures like Pierre Esprit Radisson, Médard Chouart Groseillers, and the Lewis and Clark expedition. It seeks to rewrite conventional histories by highlighting the significant yet often overlooked contributions of these explorers in discovering the Great Northwest. The opening of the book introduces Pierre Esprit Radisson, a young Frenchman who finds himself captured by the Iroquois in the Mohawk Valley. As he navigates captivity, Radisson uses his bravery and cunning to survive struggles and tumultuous experiences that shape his identity. The narrative highlights his daring escape, his complex relationship with the Iroquois, and how he earns their respect while plotting his bid for freedom. This gripping introduction sets the stage for Radisson's further exploits and the transformative impact of exploration on early North American history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Lewis and Clark Expedition (1804-1806)
Radisson, Pierre Esprit, approximately 1636-1710
La Vérendrye, Pierre Gaultier de Varennes, sieur de, 1685-1749
Hearne, Samuel, 1745-1792
Mackenzie, Alexander, Sir, 1763-1820
Northwest, Canadian -- Discovery and exploration
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Children's History
Browsing: Children & Young Adult Reading
Browsing: History - American
Browsing: History - General
Browsing: Travel & Geography
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