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The narrative offers one of the earliest accounts of North America, detailing Father Louis Hennepin's experiences as a Recollect missionary in French Canada. His journey alongside La Salle on an expedition to navigate the Mississippi River to the Gulf of Mexico is a central focus, providing insights into the landscape, indigenous cultures, and early exploration during the late 17th century. Hennepin's observations contribute significantly to the understanding of the region's history and geography.
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A New Discovery of a Vast Country in America (Volume I), Louis Hennepin
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- 2003
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- Title
- A New Discovery of a Vast Country in America (Volume I)
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Louis Hennepin
- Publisher
- University Press of the Pacific
- Publisher
- 2003
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 424
- ISBN13
- 9781410208798
- Category
- Maps and Travel
- Description
- The narrative offers one of the earliest accounts of North America, detailing Father Louis Hennepin's experiences as a Recollect missionary in French Canada. His journey alongside La Salle on an expedition to navigate the Mississippi River to the Gulf of Mexico is a central focus, providing insights into the landscape, indigenous cultures, and early exploration during the late 17th century. Hennepin's observations contribute significantly to the understanding of the region's history and geography.