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John Smith Escapes Again!

Name: John Smith Escapes Again!
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Book Synopsis: Long before Harry Houdini thrilled the world with his impossible deeds, America had produced an escape artist whose biography reads like an adventure novel. Many readers will know John Smith as the man rescued from death by Pocahontas, but Smith's story included a series of fantastic episodes: escape from imprisonment, ambush by Indians, attacks by ruthless sea pirates, and more escapades than seem possible in one life. Now, just in time for the 400th anniversary of the founding of Jamestown, author Rosalyn Schanzer recounts the full details of John Smith's eventful life in her engaging storytelling style, complemented with a series of entertaining illustrations. Smith's role as the president of the pioneering colony of Jamestown is well known to schoolchildren. Schanzer's compelling narrative adds the perspective of Smith's English background to his better known adventures in America. Readers are given a complete portrait of the intrepid explorer and adventurer, of the fighter whose battling spirit always prevailed, and of the writer whose work was to shape the idea of the American Dream. Smith's story is punctuated by several impossibly daring escapes. His final escape left us with the rich legacy of his life story: through his writings, he escaped the fate of dying unknown. He returned to England as a poor man with a rich trove of memories, spending his final years writing the popular books that defined colonial America in tales of excitement and courage.

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Experience the thrilling and captivating life of America's very own escape artist, John Smith, in the mesmerizing book "John Smith Escapes Again!" Before Harry Houdini wowed the world, Smith was already braving the impossible. From daring prison breakouts to treacherous encounters with Indians and fearsome pirates, Smith's life was truly an adventure of epic proportions.

Don't miss out on this extraordinary tale just in time for the 400th anniversary of the founding of Jamestown. Renowned author Rosalyn Schanzer skillfully weaves together the fascinating details of Smith's eventful life, capturing every pulse-pounding moment in her engaging storytelling style. Illustrated to perfection, the book is a feast for the eyes and will transport you to the heart of Smith's unimaginable escapades.

While many are familiar with Smith's role as the president of Jamestown, Schanzer's narrative sheds light on Smith's English background, offering a comprehensive understanding of this extraordinary explorer. Discover the true essence of Smith - an intrepid adventurer, a resilient warrior, and a visionary writer who played a pivotal role in shaping the American Dream.

Prepare to be amazed as Smith's story unfolds through a series of impossibly daring escapes. But it is his final escape that truly immortalizes him. Despite returning to England as a penniless man, Smith's legacy lives on through his written accounts of colonial America. His exhilarating tales of bravery and determination continue to inspire generations, ensuring he will never be forgotten.

To embark on this incredible journey alongside John Smith, get your copy of "John Smith Escapes Again!" and discover the indomitable spirit of an American legend.

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