The General Historie of Virginia, New England & the Summer Isles (Vol. I) by Smith

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Author Smith, John, 1580-1631
Title The General Historie of Virginia, New England & the Summer Isles (Vol. I)
Together with the True Travels, Adventures and Observations, and a Sea Grammar
Note Reading ease score: 65.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits Produced by Roger Burch with scans from the Internet Archives
Summary "The General Historie of Virginia, New England & the Summer Isles (Vol. I)" by John Smith is a historical account written in the early 17th century. This work provides a detailed narrative of Smith's voyages and experiences in establishing early English colonies, particularly focusing on Virginia, New England, and the surrounding islands. Smith’s firsthand accounts include interactions with Indigenous peoples, the struggles of settlers, and the natural environment of the New World. At the start of this historical account, the author presents an introduction where he outlines the motivations for the exploration and the establishment of colonies in the Americas. He establishes his credibility by referencing his own experiences as both an explorer and a leader in the colony. The opening pages tease a comprehensive overview of various expeditions leading up to Virginia’s colonization, emphasizing the roles of notable figures like Sir Walter Raleigh and detailing initial encounters with Indigenous peoples, including the notable offering of gifts, agricultural practices, and trade. The narrative sets the stage for a vibrant and tumultuous exploration filled with promise, peril, and the complex dynamics of colonialism in the New World. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class F206: United States local history: The South. South Atlantic States
Subject Smith, John, 1580-1631
Subject Navigation
Subject Virginia -- History -- Colonial period, ca. 1600-1775
Subject New England -- History -- Colonial period, ca. 1600-1775
Subject Indians of North America -- Virginia
Subject Bermuda Islands -- History
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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