""Illinois In The Eighteenth Century"" is a historical book written by Edward Gay Mason and published in 1881. The book is a detailed account of the early settlements in Illinois during the 18th century, with a focus on the town of Kaskaskia and its parish records, old fort charters, and John Todd's record book. The author provides an in-depth look at the history of the region, including the French and British colonial periods, the American Revolution, and the early years of the United States. The book is an important resource for historians and anyone interested in the history of Illinois and the Midwest. It includes maps, illustrations, and primary source documents, making it a valuable reference for researchers and scholars. Overall, ""Illinois In The Eighteenth Century"" is a comprehensive and informative book that sheds light on the early history of Illinois and the people who lived there during the 18th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.