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"The Mariner of St. Malo: A Chronicle of the Voyages of Jacques Cartier" is a historical work written by Stephen Leacock. Published in 1914, the book chronicles the expeditions of Jacques Cartier, a French explorer who is best known for his exploration of the St. Lawrence River and parts of North America during the 16th century. Stephen Leacock, a Canadian author and humorist, takes a historical approach in this work, providing an account of Cartier's voyages, the challenges faced, and the significance of his explorations in the context of European expansion into the New World. For readers…mehr

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"The Mariner of St. Malo: A Chronicle of the Voyages of Jacques Cartier" is a historical work written by Stephen Leacock. Published in 1914, the book chronicles the expeditions of Jacques Cartier, a French explorer who is best known for his exploration of the St. Lawrence River and parts of North America during the 16th century. Stephen Leacock, a Canadian author and humorist, takes a historical approach in this work, providing an account of Cartier's voyages, the challenges faced, and the significance of his explorations in the context of European expansion into the New World. For readers interested in Canadian history, exploration narratives, and the early interactions between European explorers and the indigenous peoples of North America, "The Mariner of St. Malo" by Stephen Leacock offers an engaging and informative perspective on Jacques Cartier's contributions to the exploration of the Canadian region.
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Stephen P. H. Butler Leacock FRSC (30 December 1869 ¿ 28 March 1944) was a Canadian teacher, political scientist, writer, and humorist. Between the years 1915 and 1925, he was the best-known English-speaking humorist in the world. He is known for his light humour along with criticisms of people's follies.