| Author |
Lederer, John, 1644- |
| Translator |
Talbot, William, Sir, -1691 |
| LoC No. |
07018015
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| Title |
The Discoveries of John Lederer
In three several Marches from Virginia to the East of Carolina, and other parts of the Continent
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 47.9 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Steve Mattern and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"The Discoveries of John Lederer" by John Lederer is a historical account written in the early 1670s. This exploration narrative details Lederer's expeditions from Virginia into the western territories of Carolina and other parts of North America, capturing the landscapes, Indigenous cultures, and natural resources encountered during these journeys. The book serves as both a travelogue and a report on the geography and inhabitants of the regions Lederer traversed. In this work, John Lederer chronicles his three expeditions into the uncharted territories of the Appalachian Mountains and beyond. His encounters with various Indigenous tribes provide insight into their customs and lifestyles, including their societal structures, religious beliefs, and unique methods of record-keeping. Throughout his journeys, Lederer documents the challenges he faced, from navigating difficult terrain to dealing with hostile encounters, while also noting the rich biodiversity and natural resources of the area. This firsthand account is not only significant for its exploration of North America's frontier but also for its detailed observations of Native American cultures during a time of great change and conflict. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
F206: United States local history: The South. South Atlantic States
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| Subject |
Indians of North America -- North Carolina -- Early works to 1800
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| Subject |
North Carolina -- Description and travel -- Early works to 1800
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| Subject |
Indians of North America -- Virginia -- Early works to 1800
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| Subject |
Virginia -- Description and travel -- Early works to 1800
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
65160 |
| Release Date |
Apr 25, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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