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_aLe Page du Pratz, _d-1775 |
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| 240 | 1 | 0 | _aHistoire de la Louisiane. English |
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_aThe History of Louisiana, Or of the Western Parts of Virginia and Carolina : _bContaining a Description of the Countries That Lie on Both Sides of the River Missisippi |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2005 |
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_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats |
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_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2005-10-01 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by Stan Goodman and Distributed Proofreaders | ||
| 520 | _a"The History of Louisiana, Or of the Western Parts of Virginia and Carolina" by Antoine Simon Le Page Du Pratz is a historical account likely written in the mid-18th century, detailing the early settlements and native cultures of Louisiana and its surrounding regions. This work captures the author's extensive observations and experiences as he explores the natural environment, inhabitants, and events surrounding the settlements formed in the area. The opening of the book introduces us to Du Pratz himself, who arrived in Louisiana in 1718, and provides background on his purpose in documenting the land and its people. He recounts the initial challenges of establishing a plantation and introduces a significant character, a young Chitimacha girl who becomes his companion amidst the trials they face in the unfamiliar territory. The narrative sets the stage for Du Pratz's reflections on the native tribes, their customs, and the subsequent development of French settlements, all while hinting at the sociopolitical dynamics of the era that influenced both the indigenous population and European colonists. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aNatural history -- Louisiana -- Early works to 1800 | ||
| 653 | _aIndians of North America -- Mississippi River Valley -- Early works to 1800 | ||
| 653 | _aLouisiana -- History -- To 1803 | ||
| 653 | _aLouisiana -- Description and travel -- Early works to 1800 | ||
| 653 | _aFrance -- Colonies -- America | ||
| 856 | 4 | 0 | _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/9153 |
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