Discoverers Of Lake Superior (1897)

The Discoverers of Lake Superior, written by Charles Moore and published in 1897, is a historical account of the exploration and discovery of Lake Superior. The book details the journeys of various explorers, including French fur traders, Jesuit missionaries, and British naval officers, who ventured into the region in the 17th and 18th centuries. Moore provides a comprehensive overview of the native tribes that inhabited the area, including the Ojibwe and the Sioux, and their interactions with the European explorers. He also delves into the economic and political motivations behind the exploration of Lake Superior, including the fur trade and the strategic importance of controlling the region during times of conflict. The book is filled with vivid descriptions of the natural beauty of Lake Superior and its surrounding landscape, as well as the challenges faced by the explorers as they navigated the treacherous waters and harsh climate. Overall, The Discoverers of Lake Superior is a fascinating and informative historical account of the exploration and discovery of one of North America's most iconic bodies of water.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.