Montreal, 1535-1914. Vol. 1. Under the French Régime, 1535-1760

"Montreal, 1535-1914. Vol. 1. Under the French Régime, 1535-1760" by William H. Atherton is a historical journey into the origins of Montreal, beginning with Jacques Cartier's arrival in 1535 and continuing through the French colonial period. It paints a vivid portrait of early encounters with the Indigenous people of Hochelaga, detailing their culture and interactions with European explorers like Cartier, who becomes an early historian of the land, documenting its people, customs and landscapes. The narrative chronicles the initial phases of colonization, revealing the challenges and important events that shaped Montreal's identity.