Publisher's Synopsis
John Smith, Gentleman Adventurer is a biography written by Forbes Lindsay, C. H. The book tells the story of John Smith, a famous English explorer and adventurer who played a significant role in the early colonization of America. The author traces Smith's life from his early years in England to his travels across Europe and eventually to his arrival in America. The book details Smith's encounters with the Native Americans, his leadership in the establishment of the Jamestown colony, and his exploration of the Chesapeake Bay area. The author also delves into Smith's personal life, including his relationships with women and his struggles with financial difficulties. Through vivid descriptions and engaging storytelling, John Smith, Gentleman Adventurer offers readers a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of America's most important historical figures.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.