Early Voyages Up And Down The Mississippi, By Cavelier, St. Cosme, Le Sueur, Gravier, And Guignas (1861)

""Early Voyages Up And Down The Mississippi"" is a historical book written by John Gilmary Shea in 1861. The book is a compilation of the narratives of five French explorers who ventured up and down the Mississippi River in the late 17th and early 18th centuries. The explorers are Cavelier, St. Cosme, Le Sueur, Gravier, and Guignas. The book provides a detailed account of their voyages, which include encounters with Native American tribes, descriptions of the landscape, and insights into the political and economic climate of the time. The book offers a fascinating glimpse into the early exploration of the Mississippi River and the challenges faced by the explorers. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of North America and the early exploration of the continent.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.