Zigzag Journeys in Acadia and New France

Zigzag Journeys in Acadia and New France is a historical travelogue written by Hezekiah Butterworth. The book takes readers on a journey through the early French settlements of America, exploring the historic fields of Acadia and New France. The author describes the landscape, people, and culture of these regions, providing a vivid picture of what life was like during the early days of French colonization. The book is full of fascinating stories and anecdotes about the explorers, settlers, and Native Americans who inhabited these lands. The author also provides insights into the politics and conflicts that shaped the history of the region. Overall, Zigzag Journeys in Acadia and New France is a captivating read for anyone interested in the history of early America.1885. Zigzag Journeys in Acadia and New France A Summer�������s Journey of the Zigzag Club Through the Historic Fields of the Early French Settlements of America. From the Preface: The aim of the Zigzag books is to awaken an interest in the history, geography, and political condition of each country of which they treat, by means of a narrative of supposed travel, that makes a visit to interesting places the purpose of the young travelers. It is hoped that the light narrative, with its pictures, legends, and interpolated stories, may awaken an interest in the young mind that will lead to the reading of more solid books on the same countries and topics, as maturer years follow the story-loving period of youth. Contents: A Zigzag Journey in New France (Canada); A Proposed Journey in Search of the Stories and Legends of New France; The Zigzag Club�������s Songs and Stories; Cardinal Richelieu�������s Dream of New France; Charlie Noble�������s Concert; For St. John; Annapolis (Port Royal); To the Land of Evangeline; Halifax and Louisburg; Tales of the St. Lawrence; Quebec; Montreal; and Toronto. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.