Fischer, David Hackett 1935- creator text bibliography biography nyu New York Simon & Schuster 2008 1st Simon & Schuster hardcover ed. monographic eng

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viii, 834 p. : ill., maps, ; 24 cm. Traces the story of Quebec's founder while explaining his influential perspectives about peaceful colonialism, in a profile that also evaluates his contributions as a soldier, mariner, and cultural diplomat. Introduction: In search of Champlain -- A leader in the making -- Explorer of Acadia -- Founder of Quebec -- Builder of New France -- Father of French Canada -- Conclusion: a leader's long reach -- Memories of Champlain. David Hackett Fischer. Includes bibliographical references (p.745-786) and index. Champlain, Samuel de 1567-1635 Explorers America Biography Explorers France Biography New France Discovery and exploration French America Discovery and exploration French Canada History To 1763 (New France) Maine History To 1763 F1030.1 .F54 2008 971.01/13092 B 9781416593331 1416593322 2008016286 100706 20190501190005.0 213839989