Jean Nicolet, 1618-1642 (1893)

Jean Nicolet, 1618-1642 is a historical biography book written by Auguste Gosselin and published in 1893. The book tells the story of Jean Nicolet, a French explorer who was born in Cherbourg, France in 1598 and died in 1642 in Sillery, Canada. Nicolet is known for being the first European to explore what is now the state of Wisconsin and for being one of the first Europeans to explore the Great Lakes region of North America.The book provides a detailed account of Nicolet's life, from his early years in France to his arrival in Canada in 1618 as a young man. It covers his work as a fur trader and interpreter for the French in the Great Lakes region, his interactions with Native American tribes, and his exploration of the Mississippi River.Gosselin's book also delves into the political and social context of Nicolet's time, including the rivalry between the French and the English for control of North America, and the complex relationships between the French and the Native American tribes they encountered.Overall, Jean Nicolet, 1618-1642 is a comprehensive and informative biography of an important figure in North American history, and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the early exploration and colonization of the continent.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.