02459cam a22003613u 4500 4655 UtSlPG 20260610133129.0 m cr n 260607r2003||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 F1001 Munro, William Bennett, 1875-1957 The Seigneurs of Old Canada : A Chronicle of New World Feudalism Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2003 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Chronicles of Canada series: Volume 05 Release date is 2003-11-01 This etext was produced by Gardner Buchanan "The Seigneurs of Old Canada: A Chronicle of New World Feudalism" by William Bennett Munro is a historical account written during the early 20th century. The book explores the establishment and development of French colonial feudalism in Canada, particularly through the lens of the seigneurs, who were landowners granted rights by the crown. It delves into the socio-political structures that emerged in New France, reflecting on the impact of feudalism in shaping the colony's agricultural and societal landscape. The opening of the book presents an overview of France's historical significance and its imperial ambitions, especially during the 17th century. It introduces key figures such as Samuel Champlain, who established Quebec as a crucial settlement, laying the groundwork for the seigneurial system. Munro discusses the challenges faced by early settlers, including harsh winters and the necessity of forging relationships with Indigenous peoples, while also outlining the royal intent behind granting land in a feudal manner. This opening portion sets up a narrative that highlights both the ambitions and the struggles of establishing a new order in the face of untamed wilderness and social complexities. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: Toronto: s.n., 1915 Land tenure -- Canada -- History Feudalism -- History Langton, H. H. (Hugh Hornby), 1862-1953 Wrong, George McKinnon, 1860-1948 Chronicles of Canada series: Volume 05 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/4655 46701 46701