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 Riversreveals 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
"This new work explores a fascinating and under-explored area of North American civilization: the history of the French ‘Canadiens’ and Métis . . . not overly ‘jargony’ . . . it will appeal to anyone with a strong interest in French North America but uncomfortable with academic terminology . . . refreshing scholarship that adds value, Highly Recommended." —James LaForest,Voyageur Heritage
"Songs Upon the Riverscontinues to break through the barriers of sugar-coated and watered down standard depictions of early Canadian history ensuring that even the most sinister stories of our past will finally be told. With each copy that is sold readers are rejecting the rosy veneer of revisionism and demanding factual honesty as the basis of Canada’s national identity . . . The book boasts a rich array of unearthed photogl3E
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