Richard of Jamestown; a Story of the Virginia Colony

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The story follows orphan Richard Mutton as he journeys to the New World with Captain John Smith, settling in the Jamestown colony. Amidst challenges like survival and the indifference of other colonists focused on gold, Richard and Smith strive to build a community. Their evolving relationships with Native Americans are central to the narrative, highlighting themes of cooperation and resilience. Just as despair sets in, new colonists arrive, reigniting hope for the settlement. The book includes numerous black and white illustrations and is suitable for ages 8 and up.