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'Count Frontenac and New France Under Louis XIV' delves into a pivotal era of North American history, chronicling the life and times of Louis de Buade de Frontenac, Governor-General of New France. Francis Parkman vividly portrays Frontenac’s efforts to expand and fortify the French colony amidst conflicts with the English and the Iroquois Confederacy. This historical narrative explores the political intrigues, military campaigns, and cultural clashes that defined New France during the reign of Louis XIV. Parkman’s meticulous research and compelling prose bring to life the personalities and events that shaped the early colonial landscape of Canada. From the halls of power in Quebec to the vast wilderness beyond, 'Count Frontenac and New France Under Louis XIV' offers a rich and engaging account of ambition, survival, and the struggle for dominance in the New World. This work remains a cornerstone of historical literature, appreciated for its depth, insight, and enduring relevance to understanding the roots of North American identity.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.