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Edmunds, Pocahontas Wight
Bailey, James H. (James Henry)
1919
2004
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The Pocahontas-John Smith Story
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"The Pocahontas-John Smith Story" by Pocahontas Wight Edmunds is a historical account written in the mid-20th century. The book delves into the relationships and encounters between Pocahontas, the Native American woman and daughter of Chief Powhatan, and John Smith, the English soldier and explorer. It aims to provide a detailed narrative of early colonial life in Virginia and the cultural interactions between the English settlers and the indigenous peoples. The opening of the story introduces John Smith's adventurous spirit, detailing his background and the circumstances that lead him to the Virginia colony. It describes his early life, his tumultuous journey, and the arrival in Virginia aboard the ship, "Susan Constant". The narrative emphasizes the challenges faced by the settlers, including conflict with indigenous tribes and the harsh conditions in the New World. It highlights Smith's first interactions with the Native Americans, particularly his eventual capture and the pivotal moment when Pocahontas intervenes to save him, showcasing her bravery and the complex dynamics of their relationship against the backdrop of early American history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 80.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Pocahontas, -1617
Smith, John, 1580-1631
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Category: History - American
Category: History - Early Modern (c. 1450-1750)
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