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100 1 _aWillson, Beckles,
_d1869-1942
245 1 0 _aCanada
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2020
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
490 1 _aRomance of empire series
500 _aRelease date is 2020-05-16
505 0 _aCartier unfurls the flag of the lilies -- Poutraincourt goes forth to Arcadia -- Of the doings of gallant Champlain -- Romance of the two De la Tours -- The founding of Montreal -- The fury of the Iroquois -- Strange doings at Port Royal -- The coming of Frontenac -- "Quebec for King Louis" -- King Louis builds a mighty fort -- How Louisburg surrendered and was given back -- The Acadians are banished from Acadia -- Terrible fights over the border -- How the gallant Wolfe took Quebec -- Lévis and the nobles retire to Old France -- The coming of the Loyalists -- How Canada's enemy was foiled -- Traitors, redcoats, and redskins.
508 _aProduced by Al Haines
520 _a"Canada" by Beckles Willson is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the rich history and legends of Canada, portraying the valiant heroes and pivotal events that shaped the nation as a saga might be recounted around a tribal fire. It aims to make this history accessible and engaging, particularly for a younger audience, while also appealing to readers of all ages through its compelling narrative. The opening of the book introduces the context of Jacques Cartier's historic voyage in the early 16th century, marking the beginning of French exploration in New France. As Cartier sets sail from St. Malo in 1534 under the commission of King Francis of France, the text contrasts the royal festivities in England with Cartier's perilous journey across the Atlantic. The narrative vividly describes Cartier's encounters with the Indigenous peoples and the landscape of Canada, emphasizing the discoveries and challenges he faced, ultimately establishing the French flag in what is now Canadian territory and laying the groundwork for future expeditions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aCanada -- History -- To 1763 (New France)
653 _aCanada -- History -- 1763-1867
700 1 _aSandham, Henry,
_d1842-1910
830 0 _aRomance of empire series
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/62154
999 _c102978
_d102978