The Captive Of Nootka Or The Adventures Of John R. Jewett (1841)

By Richard Alsop

Book Overview

The Captive of Nootka or The Adventures of John R. Jewett is a historical novel written by Richard Alsop and first published in 1841. The book is based on the true story of John R. Jewett, an American sailor who was captured by the indigenous people of Nootka Sound, a region on the west coast of Vancouver Island, Canada, in 1803.The novel tells the story of Jewett's captivity, his struggles to survive in a foreign land, and his eventual escape. The book also provides a detailed account of the customs, traditions, and way of life of the Nootka people.The story begins with Jewett and his crewmates sailing on the ship Boston, which was on a trading mission to the Pacific Northwest. While anchored in Nootka Sound, the crew was attacked by the Nootka people, and Jewett was taken captive. He was forced to live with the tribe, learn their language and customs, and adapt to their way of life.Jewett's experiences as a captive are described in great detail in the book, including his interactions with the Nootka people, his attempts to escape, and his eventual release. The novel also explores the cultural differences between the Nootka people and the Americans, as well as the impact of European colonization on the indigenous population.Overall, The Captive of Nootka is a gripping historical novel that offers a unique perspective on the early years of European exploration and colonization in North America. It is a fascinating read for anyone interested in history, adventure, and cross-cultural encounters.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: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436558034
• ISBN13: 9781436558037
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 260 Pages
• Weight: 1.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"