02097cam a22003133u 4500 21543 UtSlPG 20260610133509.0 m cr n 260607r2007||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 F1001 Johnson, William Henry, 1845-1907 French Pathfinders in North America Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2007 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2007-05-20 Produced by Al Haines "French Pathfinders in North America" by William Henry Johnson is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book presents the explorations and experiences of French explorers in North America, focusing on figures such as Jacques Cartier and Samuel de Champlain, while also providing context about Native American societies. It aims to introduce young readers to the significant contributions of French expeditions in the discovery and colonization of the New World. The opening of the book sets the stage by discussing the origin and distribution of the Native American race, tracing their ancestry back to waves of migration from Asia. It emphasizes the unity among various tribes, despite their differences in language and customs, and outlines the social structure of these indigenous peoples. The introduction serves not only to inform readers about the native groups encountered by the French explorers but also to prepare them for the stories of interaction and conflict that will unfold as the French begin to navigate and settle in this diverse and complex landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified New France -- Discovery and exploration America -- Discovery and exploration -- French https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/21543 62701 62701