Status
Available
Call number
Series
Publication
Ty Crowell Co (1971)
Description
A fictionalized account of the life of Pocahontas woven about the few facts known from historical records.
Media reviews
Pocahontas is portrayed as having idealistic faith in the good intentions of the English in this fictionalized account of her life. The traditional story that she "saved" John Smith's life is repeated, though Smith's interpretation of events is now questioned by scholars. Includes black-and-white
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A contrived opening episode, in which the Indian princess frees an eagle from her brother's snare, too pointedly anticipates both her rescue of John Smith and her closing deathbed words, "Let the bird go free, Nantaquas." In between is the story, fictionalized as to conversations and feelings but
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based on Smith's account and other more reliable reports.... Pocahontas' dilemma in bridging two cultures is dramatized with some poignance, despite simplistic characterization and excessive detailing of her emotions.... Show Less
User reviews
LibraryThing member Hamburgerclan
This is just a little biography of Pocahontas for the kiddies. It's nothing spectacular--mere waiting room material. The book has two main sections: the first focuses on the events surrounding her interaction with Captain John Smith, the second picks up a few years later and tells of her marriage
--J.
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and eventual trip to England. She had an interesting life, which makes it worth reading. I was left wanting to know more. I don't know, however, if that's a weakness of the book or more reflective of the fact that I'm a grown up and the book is written for kids.--J.
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LibraryThing member Sage7
This book is about a Indian girl named Pocahontas.
Awards
Charlie May Simon Children's Book Award (Nominee — 1974)
Christopher Award (1972)
Language
Original language
English
Physical description
7.6 inches
ISBN
0690629044 / 9780690629040
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