Smith: John Smith and the Settlement of Jamestown

by Robin S. Doak

Doak, Robin Santos

Genres: History, Nonfiction

48 pages, Library Binding

First published January 1, 2003

Reviews

[Sally · Rating 3 out of 5]

Value that the Pocahontas saving Smith's life event was addressed as being false.

"Even though many historians consider Smith a hero, many think he was conceited and allowed bragging to get in the way of describing historical events accurately."

"Without Smith's strict discipline and hard work, Jamestown might have failed."
Smith was North America's first travel writer

[Samantha · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very quick book, but with a lot of good information. Having read some of John Smith's actual travel writing this book was nifty for filling in life details that aren't included in his travel narratives. Definitely worth a read