Isbn: 9780260552402 - return an address of the legislative assembly to his excellency, dated the 13th of april, 1853: for copies of the grants by the company of the west ... in about the year 1674 (classic reprint) (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the rich tapestry of French colonization in North America through the lens of seigneurial land grants. The author meticulously analyzes 18 original land deeds, issued between 1640 and 1750 to various individuals including Jacques de Noyon, François Jarret de Verchà res, and Jean Daillebout d'Argenteuil. These grants provide an unprecedented glimpse into the complex social, economic, and political dynamics of New France. By unraveling the conditions, obligations, and stipulations outlined in these documents, the book sheds light on the fascinating interactions between the French Crown, colonists, and indigenous nations. Moreover, it highlights the significance of landownership in shaping the development of New France, revealing the pivotal role it played in establishing French territorial claims, fostering economic growth, and forging alliances with Native American communities. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…