Father Marquette and the Great Rivers

From the popular Vision Book Series of saint biographies by Ignatius Press. This book tells the story of Father Marquette, who traveled with explorer Louis Joliet down the Mississippi River and braved the dangers of tomahawks and tortures to bring the Word of God to the Indians of the New World. Rapids, floods, Indian superstitions, tribal warfare- these are only a few of the obstacles Father Marquette encountered. Recommended for 4th grade students. 137 pp.

This title is also sold as part of the 4th Grade Vision Reader Set.