This Dear-Bought Land
This Dear-Bought Land by Jean Lee Latham is a historical juvenile fiction novel published by JourneyForth in 2023. Spanning 194 pages, this edition presents the story of David Warren, who joins an expedition to Virginia following a family tragedy. As he embarks on this journey aboard the Susan Constant, David faces skepticism from the legendary Capt. John Smith, who doubts his abilities due to his youth and stature.
Readers will find a narrative that explores the challenges of early colonization, including swamp fever, starvation, and harsh winters. David’s determination to prove himself unfolds against the backdrop of the struggles faced by the Jamestown settlers. The story delves into themes of perseverance and leadership, highlighting the complexities of life in the New World as the characters confront both internal and external adversities.
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Every ship that’s sailed for the glory of England has had a Warren on board and the Susan Constant will be no different. After a family tragedy, David Warren joins an expedition headed to Virginia. But not everyone approves; the legendary Capt. John Smith thinks David is too young and scrawny to be of use in the new colony. David is determined to prove that he is strong enough, and he’ll need to be, as the New World isn’t the adventure the colonists thought it would be. Instead of finding gold and a passage to the Pacific, they are faced with swamp fever, starvation, brutal winters, and enemies both inside and outside the walls of the fort. Perhaps John Smith’s unrelenting leadership is exactly what Jamestown needs.
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