Blood on the River: James Town 1607
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Genres: History, Literature & Fiction
Book Type: Paperback
Author:
Genres: History, Literature & Fiction
Book Type: Paperback
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The is a fascinating rendering of the origins of the colony of Jamestown based on the actual characters who were part of it all. Key character is Samuel Collier, about 14 years of age, who is slated to become a page to Captain John Smith. Smith teaches young Samuel to use both a sword and a musket as well as arranging for him to live a winter with a friendly Indian tribe to understand how to survive the ravages of winter in this new land.
The feisty Samuel is fiercely loyal to Smith whose humble origins demean his worth to the gentlemen of the Jamestown colony who believe they know best how to run the settlement and cope with the Indians. As gentlemen they are certan that their old world ways will serve them best in this new one. Twice, Smith is scheduled for the gallows when he does not agree but fortunately he is not hanged.
The author writes a historically accurate tale full of adventure and action. Furthermore, she uses quotes from Jamestown journals and has many footnote references. Even her religious references are appropriate for the time. Fine read!
The feisty Samuel is fiercely loyal to Smith whose humble origins demean his worth to the gentlemen of the Jamestown colony who believe they know best how to run the settlement and cope with the Indians. As gentlemen they are certan that their old world ways will serve them best in this new one. Twice, Smith is scheduled for the gallows when he does not agree but fortunately he is not hanged.
The author writes a historically accurate tale full of adventure and action. Furthermore, she uses quotes from Jamestown journals and has many footnote references. Even her religious references are appropriate for the time. Fine read!
