Narrative and Critical History of America, Vol. 4 (of 8) by Justin Winsor

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Editor Winsor, Justin, 1831-1897
Title Narrative and Critical History of America, Vol. 4 (of 8)
French Explorations and Settlements in North America and Those of the Portuguese, Dutch, and Swedes 1500-1700
Note Reading ease score: 70.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "Narrative and Critical History of America, Vol. 4" by Justin Winsor is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This volume focuses on the French explorations and settlements in North America, detailing the activities of the French, Portuguese, Dutch, and Swedes from 1500 to 1700. The book provides a thorough examination of the early colonial endeavors in America, mapping the interactions among various European powers and their influences on indigenous peoples. At the start of the work, Winsor introduces the general physiography of North America, emphasizing its geographic characteristics and how these profoundly shaped human settlement and interaction. The opening portion elaborates on the differences between the Americas and the Old World in terms of geography, climate, and soil, analyzing how these factors allowed for diverse patterns of habitation. It sets the stage for exploring the European encroachments into North America, highlighting the unique conditions that influenced the early colonial experiences and eventual interactions with Native American populations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E011: History: America: America
Subject America -- Discovery and exploration
Subject United States -- History
Subject America -- History
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EBook-No. 51291
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jun 14, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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