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Schoolcraft, Henry Rowe, 1793-1864 |
| Title |
Summary Narrative of an Exploratory Expedition to the Sources of the Mississippi River, in 1820
Resumed and Completed, by the Discovery of its Origin in Itasca Lake, in 1832
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 59.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by K Nordquist, Katie Hernandez, Hélène de Mink,
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| Summary |
"Summary Narrative of an Exploratory Expedition to the Sources of the Mississippi River" by Henry R. Schoolcraft is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book details the exploratory journeys undertaken to uncover the origins of the Mississippi River, highlighting the significance of the discoveries made, particularly the identification of Its actual source in Itasca Lake. The narrative provides insights into the geography, natural history, and Indigenous tribes of the regions encountered during the expeditions. The opening of the narrative sets the stage for the expeditions, outlining the author's appointment as a mineralogist and geologist under the authority of the United States. It introduces the context of early 19th-century America, where geographical discovery was of great importance for the nation’s expansion and understanding of its resources. Schoolcraft describes his journey from Albany to Detroit, emphasizing the preparations and the scientific objectives of the exploration. Through engaging descriptions, he vividly illustrates the landscapes, challenges faced, and interactions with local tribes, establishing a foundation for the detailed accounts that follow in the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
F590.3: United States local history: The West. Trans-Mississippi Region. Great Plains
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| Subject |
Northwest, Old -- Description and travel
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| Subject |
Great Lakes (North America)
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| Subject |
Mississippi River -- Sources
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
43693 |
| Release Date |
Sep 11, 2013 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Sep 16, 2013 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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