The Illinois Country, 1673-1818 (1920)

The Illinois Country, 1673-1818 is a historical book written by Clarence Walworth Alvord in 1920. It is a comprehensive account of the early history of Illinois, covering the period from the arrival of the French explorer Jacques Marquette in 1673 to the admission of Illinois as a state in 1818. The book explores the various aspects of Illinois' history, including the interactions between the French explorers, Native American tribes, and British and American settlers. It also delves into the social, economic, and political developments of the region during this period. The author draws on a range of primary sources, including government records, diaries, and letters, to provide a detailed and engaging narrative of the Illinois Country's history. Overall, The Illinois Country, 1673-1818 is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the early history of Illinois and the wider Midwest region.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.