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About this eBook
| Author | Smith, John, 1580-1631 |
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| Title |
The True Travels, Adventures, and Observations of Captain John Smith into Europe, Asia, Africa, and America From Ann. Dom. 1593 to 1629 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 48.9 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Roger Burch with scans from the internet archive. |
| Summary | "The True Travels, Adventures, and Observations of Captain John Smith" by John Smith is a historical account written in the early 17th century. The work details the life, adventures, and explorations of Captain John Smith, a significant figure in the early English colonization of America. It covers his experiences in Europe, Asia, Africa, and America, providing insight into the various cultures and conflicts of his time. At the start of the narrative, Captain John Smith reflects on his beginnings, highlighting his youth and early ambition for adventure. He recounts his difficulties following the death of his parents, his apprenticeship, and various journeys across Europe, which include military service in France and the Netherlands. His determination to pursue a soldier's life leads him into a series of challenging encounters, including treachery by companions and maritime dangers, eventually setting the stage for his later exploits in America. The opening chapters establish Smith's character and resilience while hinting at the perilous adventures that will unfold throughout his travels. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | D: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere |
| Subject | Voyages and travels |
| Subject | Smith, John, 1580-1631 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 55199 |
| Release Date | Jul 25, 2017 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 180 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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