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The Adventures And Discourses Of Captain John Smith

- Sometime President Of Virginia And Admiral Of New England (1883)

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""The Adventures And Discourses Of Captain John Smith: Sometime President Of Virginia And Admiral Of New England"" is a historical book written by John Ashton and published in 1883. The book is a detailed account of the life and adventures of Captain John Smith, who was a prominent figure in the early colonization of America. Smith was the President of Virginia and the Admiral of New England, and his experiences are chronicled in this book.The book covers Smith's early life in England, his travels to Europe, and his eventual arrival in America. It includes detailed descriptions of his encounters with Native Americans, his explorations of the Chesapeake Bay, and his various battles and skirmishes with the Spanish.In addition to his adventures, the book also includes Smith's discourses on a variety of topics, including the importance of hard work, the value of education, and the need for religious tolerance. Smith's writings are considered to be some of the earliest examples of American literature, and this book provides a fascinating insight into his life and work.Overall, ""The Adventures And Discourses Of Captain John Smith"" is a must-read for anyone interested in the early history of America and the men who helped shape it. The book is well-written and engaging, and it provides a unique perspective on the early years of American colonization.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.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781164920762
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 338
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x18 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 454 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 14. december 2024
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""The Adventures And Discourses Of Captain John Smith: Sometime President Of Virginia And Admiral Of New England"" is a historical book written by John Ashton and published in 1883. The book is a detailed account of the life and adventures of Captain John Smith, who was a prominent figure in the early colonization of America. Smith was the President of Virginia and the Admiral of New England, and his experiences are chronicled in this book.The book covers Smith's early life in England, his travels to Europe, and his eventual arrival in America. It includes detailed descriptions of his encounters with Native Americans, his explorations of the Chesapeake Bay, and his various battles and skirmishes with the Spanish.In addition to his adventures, the book also includes Smith's discourses on a variety of topics, including the importance of hard work, the value of education, and the need for religious tolerance. Smith's writings are considered to be some of the earliest examples of American literature, and this book provides a fascinating insight into his life and work.Overall, ""The Adventures And Discourses Of Captain John Smith"" is a must-read for anyone interested in the early history of America and the men who helped shape it. The book is well-written and engaging, and it provides a unique perspective on the early years of American colonization.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.

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