Early Narratives of the Northwest: 1634-1699 (1917)

""Early Narratives of the Northwest: 1634-1699"" is a collection of historical documents compiled by Louise Phelps Kellogg and published in 1917. The book presents a selection of primary sources that describe the early exploration and settlement of the American Northwest, including the Great Lakes region and the Mississippi River valley. The documents include firsthand accounts by explorers, traders, and missionaries, as well as official reports and correspondence. The narratives provide insights into the interactions between European settlers and Native American tribes, the challenges of survival in a new and unfamiliar environment, and the political and economic factors that shaped the early history of the region. The book is a valuable resource for scholars and students of American history, particularly those interested in the colonial period and the expansion of European influence in North America.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.