The American Dream of Captain John Smith

by J.A. Leo Lemay

Book Overview

Here is a study of the character, writings, and ideals of Captain John Smith, popularly recognized as the greatest English explorer and colonizer of his time - perhaps of all time. Reading closely the facts of Smith's life and, especially, Smith's own words, J. A. Leo Lemay offers the fullest appreciation to date of Smith's contributions to American colonization and culture. The result is a new interpretation and appreciation of the man who, more than any other of his time, saw the potential of America for creating a new society unencumbered by the feudal vestiges of the Old World.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0813913217
• ISBN13: 9780813913216
• Release Date: January 1991
• Publisher: University of Virginia Press
• Length: 287 Pages
• Weight: 1.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.3" x 9.3"