The Mariner of St. Malo : A chronicle of the voyages of Jacques Cartier

"The Mariner of St Malo: A Chronicle of the Voyages of Jacques Cartier" by Stephen Leacock is a captivating record of Jacques Cartier's life and travels, a French explorer known for discovering Canada, especially detailing the bond he had with Indigenous cultures. It begins in Cartier's hometown of St. Malo in France, describing the town’s maritime history and stories that played a role in Cartier’s early years. Then, the book moves into Cartier's first trip in 1534, describing his attempts to explore areas such as Newfoundland and Labrador, while facing natural and difficult challenges, and his interactions with Indigenous people. The tale unfolds through Cartier's viewpoint, framing the coming struggles, and insights that would form the relationship between Europeans and America's Indigenous people.