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

By Thomas Guthrie Marquis
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A narrative traces the origin and development of Catholic missionary activity in early French North America, recounting the arrival of Recollet and Jesuit missionaries, their journeys into Huron and Algonquin territories, and the establishment of missions and chapels. It describes efforts to learn native languages, conversions, friction with fur traders and competing interests, conflicts that provoked Iroquois hostility, and the creation of mission settlements such as Sillery. Themes include evangelization, cultural encounter, hardship, and the political and economic obstacles that shaped missionary work.

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Thomas Guthrie Marquis

Thomas Guthrie Marquis was an American author known for his historical novels that explore themes of exploration and conflict in North America. His notable works include "Marguerite De Roberval: A Romance of the Days of Jacques Cartier," which delves into the early French colonization of Canada, and "The Jesuit Missions: A Chronicle of the Cross in the Wilderness," highlighting the efforts of Jesuit missionaries among Indigenous peoples. Marquis also wrote "The War Chief of the Ottawas: A Chronicle of the Pontiac War," which examines the struggles during Pontiac's Rebellion. Through his narratives, Marquis contributes to the understanding of early Canadian history and the complexities of cultural encounters.

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