The Jesuit Relations and Allied Documents, Vol. 5: Quebec, 1632-1633 by Thwaites

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Editor Thwaites, Reuben Gold, 1853-1913
Title The Jesuit Relations and Allied Documents, Vol. 5: Quebec, 1632-1633
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Summary "The Jesuit Relations and Allied Documents, Vol. 5: Quebec, 1632-1633" by Reuben Gold Thwaites is a historical account published in the late 19th century. It chronicles the travels and experiences of Jesuit missionaries in New France during the early 17th century. This volume specifically focuses on events occurring in Quebec during the years mentioned, detailing the Jesuits' observations of the Indigenous peoples, their own hardships, and the state of the early colonial settlements. At the start of the volume, the narrative unfolds with Father Paul le Jeune recounting his journey from France to New France, detailing the perilous conditions at sea. He describes his welcoming feelings upon arriving but also notes the destructive state of Quebec, which had been left in ruins by English forces. As le Jeune settles into this new environment, he shares vivid accounts of interactions with local Indigenous tribes, including descriptions of their customs, the unfortunate treatment of captives, and reflections on the challenges faced by the Jesuit missionaries in converting and educating the native populations. These opening chapters establish a tone that mixes despair and hope within the historically rich context of early missionary work. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class F1001: North America local history: Canada
Subject Canada -- History -- To 1763 (New France)
Subject Indians of North America -- Canada
Subject Jesuits -- Missions
Subject Jesuits -- North America
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EBook-No. 48562
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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