Travels Through that Part of North America Formerly Called Louisiana
Travels Through that Part of North America Formerly Called Louisiana

Author: Bossu (M.)

Publisher: London : Printed for T. Davies

Published: 1771

Total Pages: 426

ISBN-13:

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"This narrative is comprised of a series of twenty-one letters to the Marquis de L'Estrade describing Bossu's life and travels in the vast Louisiana country from 1751 to 1762. His ventures ranged from Fort Chartres, in present-day Illinois, to Mobile, and along the Mississippi. His visit to New Orleans took place only thirty years after its founding, and he was able to gather considerable information from the memories of locals. ... Almost all of the second volume of this edition is given over to the catalogue of plants, making it an important piece of American natural history." -- William Reese Company catalog 347 "The Streeter Sale Revisited Fifty Years Later."

Travels Through the Interior Parts of North America, in the Years 1766, 1767 and 1768
Travels Through the Interior Parts of North America, in the Years 1766, 1767 and 1768

Author: Jonathan Carver

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2023-10-28

Total Pages: 206

ISBN-13:

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Jonathan Carver's 'Travels Through the Interior Parts of North America, in the Years 1766, 1767 and 1768' is a captivating travel narrative that delves into the uncharted territories of North America during the mid-18th century. Carver's detailed descriptions of the landscapes, Native American tribes, and interactions with fur traders provide a valuable historical account of the region. Written in a straightforward and informative style, the book offers a unique insight into the customs and lifestyle of the Native Americans he encountered. Carver's work is considered an important contribution to early American literature and exploration narratives. His observations on the natural environment and indigenous cultures reflect the curiosity and fascination of European explorers during that time. Jonathan Carver, a British explorer and mapmaker, embarked on his journey to North America with a desire to discover new lands and establish trade routes. His firsthand experiences and encounters with different tribes shaped his perspective on the continent and inspired him to share his findings with a wider audience. 'Travels Through the Interior Parts of North America' is recommended for readers interested in early American history, exploration narratives, and Native American studies. Carver's account offers a valuable perspective on the cultural exchange and geographical discoveries of the era.

Exploratory Travels Through the Western Territories of North America
Exploratory Travels Through the Western Territories of North America

Author: Zebulon Montgomery Pike

Publisher:

Published: 1811

Total Pages: 466

ISBN-13:

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The report of the first United States expedition to the Southwest, here in the handsome first British edition. One of the most important American travel books, including accounts of Pike's explorations on the Mississippi, Red, and Arkansas rivers and his visit to the Spanish settlements in New Mexico. He also visited northern Texas, and Streeter considers his account excellent. The maps present in this edition are the "Map of the Interior Part of Louisiana" and a reduced version of the map of the Mississippi. The Pike expedition stands with the narratives of Lewis and Clark, and Long, as the most important of the early books on western exploration.

Travels, Explorations and Empires, 1770-1835, Part I Vol 1
Travels, Explorations and Empires, 1770-1835, Part I Vol 1

Author: Tim Fulford

Publisher: Taylor & Francis

Published: 2021-12-16

Total Pages: 448

ISBN-13: 100055760X

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A collection of work that attempts to reflect the diversity of travel literature from the late 18th and early 19th centuries. This literature often reveals something of the cultural and gender difference of the travellers, as well as ideas on colonialism, anthropology and slavery.