Francis Parkman Livres

Distinguised by Francis Parkman's pictorial style, THE JESUITS IN NORTH AMERICA opens with the arrival of French missionaries in Canada in 1632. This study clearly portrays intertribal rivalries and tensions between French and English traders. However, the dramatic pulse of Parkman's narrative centers on attempts of the Jesuits to befriend, convert, and mediate between the Indian tribes--resulting in great hardship and sometimes martyrdom for the Jesuits. 560 pp.

The book is a facsimile reprint of an original antiquarian work, highlighting its cultural significance. As an aged text, it may include imperfections like marks and notations, reflecting its historical journey. The reprint aims to preserve and promote literature, ensuring accessibility to high-quality editions that remain faithful to the original.

This volume offers a significant exploration of the historical conflicts between France and England in North America, highlighting its importance for scholars and future generations. Preserving the original format, it maintains any marks or annotations from its first publication, ensuring an authentic reading experience. The book serves as a valuable resource for understanding the complexities of this pivotal period in history.

This second volume of a two-part series presents all seven parts of Francis Parkman’s extensive narrative history of the struggle for control of the American continent. Parkman’s “history of the American forest,” crafted over thirty years, is as remarkable as the explorations it recounts. The narrative culminates in the pivotal confrontation at Quebec’s Plains of Abraham, where a bold strategy would shape the continent's future. "Count Frontenac and New France under Louis XIV" (1877) explores how France could have triumphed over England in its imperial ambitions. Frontenac, appointed governor by Louis XIV, presided over a flourishing New France. Had subsequent governors matched his skill and political acumen, the English colonies might have been part of a French-dominated continent. As England’s American colonies prospered, France faced decline. Tensions in the western regions ignited colonial wars, detailed in "A Half-Century of Conflict" (1892), which set the stage for the American Revolution. "Montcalm and Wolfe" (1884) recounts the decisive battle that marked the end of French dominance in America. This imperial conflict also highlighted emerging American figures like Benjamin Franklin and George Washington, who would soon take center stage in history. LIBRARY OF AMERICA, founded in 1979, aims to preserve the nation's literary heritage through authoritative editions of significant American writing.

This antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original, preserving its historical significance despite potential imperfections like marks and flawed pages. It aims to protect and promote important literary works by providing affordable, high-quality editions that remain true to the original text, ensuring continued access to culturally valuable literature.

On April 28, 1846, Francis Parkman left Saint Louis on his first expedition west. The Oregon Trail documents his adventures in the wilderness, sheds light on America's westward expansion, and celebrates the American spirit.

A retelling of The Oregon trail in comic book format.

Francis Parkman's classic work on the exploration and colonization of North America casts light on the French and English struggle for dominance in the New World. The book recounts the adventures of French explorer La Salle and his pursuit of the elusive Northwest Passage. Parkman's vivid descriptions of the landscape and people of North America make this book a timeless masterpiece.