Pocahontas

By Elizabeth Eggleston Seelye and Edward Eggleston

Book Overview

""Pocahontas"" by Elizabeth Eggleston Seelye is a biographical account of the life of the famous Native American woman, Pocahontas. The book explores her childhood, her interactions with the English settlers in Jamestown, and her eventual marriage to John Rolfe. Seelye delves into the cultural differences between the Native Americans and the English, and how Pocahontas acted as a mediator between the two groups. The book also examines the impact that Pocahontas had on the history and legacy of the United States. Seelye's writing is engaging and informative, offering a unique perspective on a well-known historical figure. Overall, ""Pocahontas"" is a fascinating read for anyone interested in Native American history or early American colonialism.1899. Eggleston, American novelist and historian, and his daughter have written a book intended to attract young people to the early history of our own country. The story of Pocahontas, young daughter of Chief Powhatan, has captured the imaginations of children and adults ever since she performed her compassionate and brave acts over 400 years ago. Relive her thrilling history in this true and historical account, set against the backdrop of danger, sacrifice, and adventure that was part of everyday experience for the first settlers of the New World. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162727160
• ISBN13: 9781162727165
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 306 Pages
• Weight: 0.91 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"
• Age Range: 9 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 4 to 7