Songs Upon the Rivers : The Buried History of the French-Speaking Canadiens and Métis from the Great Lakes and the Mississippi Across to the Pacific
Overview
Uncover the untold story of French-Canadians and M tis in North America. Before the iconic figures of American Western expansion, French settlers and voyagers charted a course through the Great Lakes, Mississippi River, and Pacific Northwest. Songs Upon the Rivers reveals their crucial role in shaping the continent's history.
Robert Foxcurran, Michel Bouchard, and S bastien Malette delve into primary sources to illuminate the alliances between early French settlers and Indigenous nations. Explore the cultural exchange, M tis identity, and the forces that shaped a unique historical narrative. This book offers a fresh perspective on the exploration of North America.
For academics, historians, and anyone captivated by the intertwined histories of French-Canadians, M tis people, and the exploration of North America, this book provides:
- A compelling alternative to popular historical accounts
- A detailed exploration of cultural interactions and identity formation
- A deeper understanding of the forces that shaped the American West
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Details
- ISBN-13: 9781771860819
- ISBN-10: 1771860812
- Publisher: Baraka Books
- Publish Date: October 2016
- Dimensions: 9.4 x 6.5 x 1.1 inches
- Shipping Weight: 1.85 pounds
- Page Count: 448
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