Joutel's Journal Of La Salle's Last Voyage, 1684-87 (1906)

By Henry Reed Stiles and Henri Joutel

Book Overview

Joutel's Journal Of La Salle's Last Voyage, 1684-87 is a historical account written by Henri Joutel, a French explorer who accompanied the famous French explorer, Robert de La Salle, on his final expedition to North America. The book is a first-hand account of the journey, detailing the events that took place between 1684 and 1687. The journal provides a detailed description of the journey, including the exploration of the Mississippi River, encounters with Native American tribes, and the establishment of Fort St. Louis. Joutel's journal also sheds light on the relationships between the French and Native American communities during this time period. The book is an important historical document, providing insight into the final years of La Salle's life and the French exploration of North America. The journal is also significant because it is one of the few surviving diaries from this period, making it a valuable resource for historians and researchers. Overall, Joutel's Journal Of La Salle's Last Voyage, 1684-87 is an engaging and informative read for anyone interested in the history of French exploration in North America. It offers a unique perspective on the events of the time and provides a glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of early explorers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164092936
• ISBN13: 9781164092933
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 268 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"