The Story of Pocahontas by Brian Doherty
A captured colonial leader, condemned to death by Indians, is saved by the brave and dramatic act of a lovely Indian princess. That exciting and memorable scene comes to life once more in this engrossing story of Pocahontas, the daughter of Chief Powhatan, who persuaded her father to spare the life of Captain John Smith.Also here are many other incidents and episodes in the short but eventful life of Pocahontas -- her encounters with the settlers of Jamestown, her captivity on a British ship and her efforts to help the English.
This newly illustrated edition, set in large, easy-to-read type, invites youngsters to relive the drama, adventure, and romance that characterized the life and times of an extraordinary Native American woman.
Reason magazine's senior editor is Brian Doherty. Hundreds of journals, newspapers, and books have published his articles, essays, and reviews, including the Wall Street Journal, the Washington Post, Mother Jones, and the Weekly Standard. This is Burning Man: The Birth of a New American Underground is his first book. He currently resides in Los Angeles.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780486280257 |
| ISBN 10 | 048628025X |
| Title | The Story of Pocahontas |
| Author | Brian Doherty |
| Series | Children's Thrift Classics |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Dover Publications Inc. |
| Year published | 2000-02-01 |
| Number of pages | 96 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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