Relation originale du voyage de Jacques Cartier au Canada en 1534 by Cartier

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Author Cartier, Jacques, 1491-1557
Editor Michelant, Henri, 1811-1890
Editor Ramé, Alfred, 1826-1886
LoC No. 16021087
Title Relation originale du voyage de Jacques Cartier au Canada en 1534
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Summary "Relation originale du voyage de Jacques Cartier au Canada en 1534" by Cartier is a historical account likely written in the mid-19th century. This work details Cartier's first voyage to Canada, describing his encounters, discoveries, and the observations he made during the expedition. The text serves as a primary source documenting the early exploration of North America from a French perspective. At the start of the narrative, Cartier recounts the preparations for his voyage under the order of the King of France, detailing the departure from Saint-Malo and the journey across the Atlantic. He shares vivid descriptions of the landscapes, wildlife, and indigenous peoples encountered along the way, such as the various species of birds and animals he observed. The opening sets the tone for the rest of the account by highlighting the challenges and discoveries faced by Cartier and his crew as they navigated the unpredictable waters and sought new lands. This early section paints a picture of both the adventure and the practicalities of exploration during the era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class E011: History: America: America
Subject Indians of North America -- Canada
Subject Cartier, Jacques, 1491-1557
Subject New France -- Discovery and exploration
Subject America -- Discovery and exploration -- French
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EBook-No. 23801
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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