Pathfinders of the West by Agnes C. Laut
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| Author | Laut, Agnes C., 1871-1936 |
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| Title |
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 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 69.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Summary | "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.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F1001: North America local history: Canada |
| Subject | Lewis and Clark Expedition (1804-1806) |
| Subject | Radisson, Pierre Esprit, approximately 1636-1710 |
| Subject | La Vérendrye, Pierre Gaultier de Varennes, sieur de, 1685-1749 |
| Subject | Hearne, Samuel, 1745-1792 |
| Subject | Mackenzie, Alexander, Sir, 1763-1820 |
| Subject | Northwest, Canadian -- Discovery and exploration |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 18216 |
| Release Date | Apr 20, 2006 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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