The French in the Heart of America by John H. Finley
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| Author | Finley, John H. (John Huston), 1863-1940 |
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| Title | The French in the Heart of America |
| Note | Reading ease score: 56.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Anne Soulard, Tiffany Vergon and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Summary | "The French in the Heart of America" by John H. Finley is a historical account likely written in the early 20th century. The work explores the legacy of French explorers and pioneers in the Mississippi Valley and their contributions to America's development, shedding light on a captivating period of exploration and settlement. At the start of the book, the author sets the stage for a deep dive into the stories of French pioneers, reflecting on their adventurous spirit and the challenges they faced. Finley expresses a personal connection to the land he writes about, emphasizing his own roots in the Mississippi Valley and a desire to celebrate the French influence in shaping this region. He hints at future discussions about influential figures such as Jacques Cartier and Samuel Champlain, mapping their journeys and experiences as foundational to the cultural tapestry of America. This opening establishes a thoughtful and narrative-driven approach to a historical exploration that examines not just facts, but the larger significance of these early encounters between French explorers and the land that would eventually become part of the United States. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F350.5: United States local history: Mississippi River and Valley. Middle West |
| Subject | Canada -- History -- To 1763 (New France) |
| Subject | French -- North America |
| Subject | Mississippi River Valley -- History |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 7147 |
| Release Date | Dec 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 30, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 69 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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