Journey to the roots of American history with a rich, image‑driven guide to Jamestown and the James River. This edition blends a traveling narrator’s notes with practical context, revealing the places, people, and events that shaped Virginia’s early years. Read as you move along the river or study it at home to understand how Jamestown’s legacy lives on.
The pages weave together a field guide to historic sites, restored church ruins, and commemorative monuments. It covers the road from Richmond to Norfolk, spotlighting navigable waterways, old forts, and the people who left their mark on the coast and colony. You’ll encounter the stories behind the sights, from the early settlement to later memorials, and how modern restoration brings the past to life for visitors.
Ideal for readers who love American history, heritage travel, and field guides that connect places with their past.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book transports readers on a journey through the dynamic history of the James River, from its role in the establishment of Jamestown, the first permanent English settlement in North America, to its critical role in the Civil War. The book combines natural and human history to explore not only the waterway and its landscape but also the significant events and people who have shaped its destiny, including Capt. John Smith, Pocahontas, and General George McClellan. Through the author's detailed and vivid descriptions, readers gain a deeper understanding of the region's rich cultural heritage and its impact on the course of American history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333677039_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333677039
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333677039
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Vendeur : Revaluation Books, Exeter, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : Brand New. 36 pages. 9.45x6.30x0.02 inches. This item is printed on demand. N° de réf. du vendeur zk1333677030
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