Jean Nicolet, 1618-1642 (1893)

Jean Nicolet, 1618-1642 is a biographical book written by Auguste Gosselin in 1893. The book tells the story of Jean Nicolet, a French explorer who was born in 1618 and died in 1642. Nicolet is known for his exploration of the Great Lakes region of North America and for being the first European to set foot in what is now Wisconsin.Gosselin's book provides a detailed account of Nicolet's life, from his early years in France to his journey to North America as a young man. The book describes Nicolet's interactions with Native American tribes, including the Huron, the Ottawa, and the Menominee. It also covers his travels through the Great Lakes and his discovery of Lake Michigan.The book is well-researched and provides a fascinating look at the life of one of the most important explorers of the 17th century. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of North America or the early exploration 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.