The Jesuit Missions: A Chronicle of the Cross in the Wilderness

Thomas Guthrie MarquisProject Gutenberg · United StatesDec 2019

Rating 3.5
Word count
173K words
Chapters
18

Tags

English Originals World HistoryReligion Human GeographyHistorical ReappraisalSocial ObservationDocumentary NarrativeMission HistoryColonial AmericaSpread of ReligionsCultural ChangeCross in WildernessCross-Cultural View

Summary

Project Gutenberg was the first provider of free electronic books, or eBooks. Michael Hart, founder of Project Gutenberg, invented eBooks in 1971, and his memory continues to inspire the creation of eBooks and related technologies today. The Jesuit Missions: A Chronicle of the Cross in the Wilderness by Marquis. Author: Marquis, Thomas Guthrie, 1864–1936. Language: English. Class: F1001: North America local history: Canada. Release Date: August 1, 2003.

Editor's review

This book is a chronological popular history by Canadian historian Thomas Guthrie Marquis about the activities of Jesuit missionaries in the North American wilderness. The original edition appeared in the early twentieth century and is now presented by Project Gutenberg as a public-domain ebook. Following a chronological thread, it recounts the Jesuits' missionary journeys into Native American regions, touching on themes of exploration, conflict, martyrdom, and cultural exchange, combining historical narrative with readability. Its value lies in sketching this historical arc in a relatively concise form, making it suitable as an introductory read for understanding early Canadian colonial history and the history of religious dissemination; the prose bears the marks of its era, allowing readers to observe how early twentieth-century English-language scholarship framed the subject. For reading settings, it suits segmented reading in a quiet environment, ideally with maps or related historical background materials at hand, and can also serve as supplementary reading for courses on North American colonial history.

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Reading tips

  1. Read the preface and table of contents first to grasp the chronological thread, then read section by section in chapter order.
  2. Keep a map of North America at hand while reading to mark missionary outposts and place names mentioned in the book.
  3. Read alongside a general history of Canada or an overview of colonial history to fill in the background.
  4. Note the author's era-specific standpoint in the narrative, and briefly record your own questions and judgments after reading.

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Contents

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FAQ

Is this book an academic monograph or a popular history? Based on the available information, it is a chronological historical work that appeared in the early twentieth century. It is relatively concise and smoothly narrated, closer to a popular history for general readers than a modern academic monograph with extensive annotations and a scholarly apparatus. Readers can use it as an introductory overview and turn to more specialized academic literature for in-depth topics.
What level of English is needed to read this book? This is an English public-domain ebook whose prose reflects early twentieth-century English usage; sentence structures and vocabulary may feel somewhat unfamiliar to modern readers. A reading ability of intermediate level or above is recommended. When encountering historical proper nouns and religious terminology, use a dictionary or background materials and proceed gradually.
What is the source and edition of the electronic version? According to the information, this book is released by Project Gutenberg as a free public-domain ebook. The original electronic edition was published in 2003, and the year listed is 2019. Project Gutenberg is known for providing free ebooks, and readers may obtain it legally and free of charge. Note, however, that it is an electronic version of a historical text and may not include modern editorial notes or introductions.

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About the author

Thomas Guthrie Marquis Author · Canadian · 1864–1936

Thomas Guthrie Marquis (1864–1936) was a Canadian historian and writer. Born in Chatham, New Brunswick, and a graduate of Queen's University, he taught for a time before leaving the classroom for a literary career. His works include The War Chief of the Ottawas, The Jesuit Missions, and Marguerite De Roberval, and he also co-edited Canada and Its Provinces. Writing in a lively and accessible style, he focused on Canadian history, often dealing with colonial warfare, missionary work, and legendary figures, combining readability with popular history. He died in Toronto in 1936. Public information about his life and work is limited, and scholarly attention has centered mainly on his historical narratives for general readers.