Captain John Smith

Captain John Smith is a biography written by A.G. Bradley that delves into the life of one of the most famous figures in American history. John Smith was a 17th-century English explorer and soldier who played a pivotal role in the founding of the Jamestown colony in Virginia. The book chronicles Smith's early life, including his upbringing and education, as well as his adventures as a young man traveling throughout Europe and the Mediterranean. It also covers his time in Virginia, where he served as the colony's leader and helped establish trade relations with the local Native American tribes. The book provides an in-depth look at Smith's personality, motivations, and leadership style, along with his many accomplishments and contributions to American history. Bradley's writing is engaging and informative, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in early American history or the life of one of its most fascinating figures.1909. The story of Captain John Smith, adventurer, explorer, and author, who was an organizer and promoter of the Virginia Company of London and who landed with colonists in Jamestown in 1607. Contents: Youth and Early Adventures in Europe; A Captain of Horse in the Turkish Wars; Captivity, Escape, and Return to England; The First Colonists of Virginia; The Settlement of Jamestown; Captured by the Savages; Exploration of Chesapeake Bay; President of the Council; Adventures in Search of Provisions; The Last Year in Virginia; In the Old World Again; and The End of a Busy Life.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.