Champlain's Dream by David Hackett Fischer (English) Paperback Book

Description: Champlain's Dream by David Hackett Fischer In this sweeping, enthralling biography, an acclaimed historian brings to life the remarkable story of Samuel de Champlain--soldier, spy, artist, and Father of New France. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Winner of the Pritzker Literature Award for Lifetime Achievement in Military Writing In this sweeping, enthralling biography, acclaimed historian David Hackett Fischer brings to life the remarkable Samuel de Champlain--soldier, spy, master mariner, explorer, cartographer, artist, and Father of New France. Born on Frances Atlantic coast, Champlain grew to manhood in a country riven by religious warfare. The historical record is unclear on whether Champlain was baptized Protestant or Catholic, but he fought in Frances religious wars for the man who would become Henri IV, one of Frances greatest kings, and like Henri, he was religiously tolerant in an age of murderous sectarianism. Champlain was also a brilliant navigator. He went to sea as a boy and over time acquired the skills that allowed him to make twenty-seven Atlantic crossings without losing a ship. But we remember Champlain mainly as a great explorer. On foot and by ship and canoe, he traveled through what are now six Canadian provinces and five American states. Over more than thirty years he founded, colonized, and administered French settlements in North America. Sailing frequently between France and Canada, he maneuvered through court intrigue in Paris and negotiated among more than a dozen Indian nations in North America to establish New France. Champlain had early support from Henri IV and later Louis XIII, but the Queen Regent Marie de Medici and Cardinal Richelieu opposed his efforts. Despite much resistance and many defeats, Champlain, by his astonishing dedication and stamina, finally established Frances New World colony. He tried constantly to maintain peace among Indian nations that were sometimes at war with one another, but when he had to, he took up arms and forcefully imposed a new balance of power, proving himself a formidable strategist and warrior. Throughout his three decades in North America, Champlain remained committed to a remarkable vision, a Grand Design for Frances colony. He encouraged intermarriage among the French colonists and the natives, and he insisted on tolerance for Protestants. He was a visionary leader, especially when compared to his English and Spanish contemporaries--a man who dreamed of humanity and peace in a world of cruelty and violence. This superb biography, the first in decades, is as dramatic and exciting as the life it portrays. Deeply researched, it is illustrated throughout with many contemporary images and maps, including several drawn by Champlain himself. Author Biography Edward Herrmanns films include Nixon, The Purple Rose of Cairo, Annie, and The Aviator. On televisions Gilmore Girls he starred as the patriarch, Richard Gilmore. He has also appeared on The Good Wife, Law & Order, 30 Rock, Greys Anatomy, and Oz. He earned an Emmy Award for The Practice, and remains well-known for his Emmy-nominated portrayals of FDR in Eleanor and Franklin and Eleanor and Franklin: The White House Years. On Broadway, he won a Tony Award for his performance in Mrs. Warrens Profession. Review "Champlains Dream is a comprehensive, exhaustively researched, yet always lively biography. Besides narrating a life it also, as its title suggests, tells the story of Champlains vision for North America, which, Fischer maintains, was one of tolerance and humanity and remains worthy of admiration today." -- Boston Globe"A lucid portrait of a man given too little attention in standard American textbooks. Fischers work should make it impossible to ignore Champlains contributions henceforth." -- Kirkus Reviews (Starred)"Narrating Champlains activities in North America is where Fischer excels, both in his chronicle of events and his analysis of Champlains leadership, political and commercial backing, and diplomacy with the native peoples. Fischers comprehensive, incisive portrayal will enthrall the Age of Discovery audience." -- Booklist (Starred)"The definitive biography of Samuel de Champlain...Fischer once again displays a staggering and wide research...[an] epic story [and] outstanding work." -- Publishers Weekly (Starred)"To the father of New France [David Hackett] Fischer applies his signature blend of social history and classic narrative." -- The Wall Street Journal Review Quote "To the father of New France [David Hackett] Fischer applies his signature blend of social history and classic narrative."--The Wall Street Journal Details ISBN1416593330 Author David Hackett Fischer Short Title CHAMPLAINS DREAM Publisher Simon & Schuster Language English ISBN-10 1416593330 ISBN-13 9781416593331 Media Book Format Paperback Year 2009 DEWEY B Illustrations Yes Residence US Birth 1935 Affiliation Brandeis University Imprint Simon & Schuster Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States AU Release Date 2009-10-06 NZ Release Date 2009-10-06 US Release Date 2009-10-06 UK Release Date 2009-10-06 Pages 848 Publication Date 2009-10-06 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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