""Annals of St. Louis: In Its Early Days Under The French And Spanish Dominations"" is a historical book written by Frederic Louis Billon and published in 1886. The book provides a detailed account of the early history of St. Louis, Missouri, during the French and Spanish dominations. It covers the period from the arrival of the French explorers in the area in the late 17th century to the transfer of the territory to the United States in 1803. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a particular aspect of the early history of St. Louis. The author describes the founding of the city by the French explorer Pierre Laclede and his partner Auguste Chouteau, the establishment of the fur trade, the growth of the settlement, and the conflicts between the French and the Spanish over the control of the territory. Billon also provides a detailed account of the social, cultural, and economic life of the early settlers, including their relations with the Native American tribes in the area. He describes the architecture of the early buildings, the religious and educational institutions, and the development of the city's economy. Overall, ""Annals of St. Louis"" is a comprehensive and well-researched account of the early history of this important American city. It is a valuable resource for historians, scholars, and anyone interested in the history of St. Louis and the Midwest region of the United States.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.
