Pioneers of France in the New World, Huguenots in Florida, Samuel De Champlain

Pioneers of France in the New World is a historical book written by Francis Parkman. The book covers the early exploration and colonization of North America by the French, specifically focusing on the Huguenots in Florida and Samuel de Champlain's efforts to establish a French presence in what is now Canada. The book begins with an overview of the political and religious climate in France during the 16th century, which led to the persecution of the Huguenots and their eventual decision to seek refuge in the New World. The author then describes the failed attempt by the Huguenots to establish a settlement in Florida in the 16th century, which ultimately resulted in their massacre by the Spanish.The second part of the book focuses on Samuel de Champlain, a French explorer who founded Quebec and played a significant role in the development of French colonization in Canada. The author provides a detailed account of Champlain's expeditions, his interactions with the Native American tribes, and the challenges he faced in establishing a French presence in the New World.Overall, Pioneers of France in the New World is a comprehensive and engaging account of the early French exploration and colonization of North America, providing insight into the political, religious, and cultural factors that shaped this period of history.1907. Parkman, American historian, studied and wrote about the history of Canada and the early Northwest. Partial Contents: Early Spanish Adventure; Villegagnon; Jean Ribaut; Laudonniere; Conspiracy; Famine-War-Succor; Menedez; Massacre of the Heretics; Charles IX and Philip II; Dominque de Gourgues; Early French Adventure in North America; La Roche-Champlain-De Monts; Acadia Occupied; Lescarbot and Champlain; The Jesuits and their Patroness; Jesuits in Acadia; La Saussaye-Argall; Ruin of French Acadia; Champlain at Quebec; Lake Champlain; War-Trade-Discovery; The Impostor Vignau; Discovery of Lake Huron; The Great War Party; Hostile Sects-Rival Interests; The English at Quebec; and Death of Champlain. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.