Publisher's Synopsis
With Sword and Crucifix is a historical adventure novel written by Edward S. Van Zile and published in 1900. The book follows the story of Count Louis de Sancerre, a French nobleman and companion of Sieur de La Salle, as he embarks on a perilous journey down the Lower Mississippi River in the late 17th century. As they travel deeper into the wilderness, Count de Sancerre and his comrades encounter a variety of challenges, including hostile Native American tribes, treacherous terrain, and deadly diseases. Along the way, they also discover a mysterious and ancient civilization, which holds the key to the fate of their expedition. With Sword and Crucifix is a thrilling tale of adventure and exploration, set against the backdrop of the early colonial period in North America. It offers a vivid and detailed portrayal of the hardships and dangers faced by the early European explorers, as well as a fascinating glimpse into the culture and customs of the indigenous peoples they encountered.Being An Account Of The Strange Adventures Of Count Louis De Sancerre, Companion Of Sieur De La Salle, On The Lower Mississippi In The Year Of Grace 1682.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.
