Traces the life of the explorer, focusing on his grueling expedition across the frozen Arctic to become the first person to reach the North Pole.

Jolliet and Marquette

by Daniel E Harmon

Published 1 August 2001
The French woodsman Louis Jolliet and missionary Father Jacques Marquette made a historic team.

-- Biographies of some of the most important explorers the world has known -- Ideal for research or class use -- Written in accessible, easily understood language -- Complements school curriculum This French explorer made three voyages to North America.