Name: Story of Pocahontas
Price: 319.00 ZAR
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Author: James Baldwin
ISBN: 9781530803477

Type

Physical Book

Author

James Baldwin

Charles D. Warner

Publisher

Createspace

Language

English

Pages

106

Format

Paperback

Dimensions

20.3 x 13.3 x 0.6 cm

Weight

0.12 kg.

ISBN13

9781530803477

Synopsis "Story of Pocahontas"

There was once a very brave man whose name was John Smith. He came to this country many years ago, when there were great woods everywhere, and many wild beasts and Indians. Many tales are told of his adventures, some of them true and some of them untrue. The most famous of all these is the following: One day when Smith was in the woods, some Indians came upon him, and made him their prisoner. They led him to their king, and in a short time they made ready to put him to death. A large stone was brought in, and Smith was made to lie down with his head on it. Then two tall Indians with big clubs in their hands came forward. The king and all his great men stood around to see. The Indians raised their clubs. In another moment they would fall on Smith's head. But just then a little Indian girl rushed in. She was the daughter of the king, and her name was Pocahontas. She ran and threw herself between Smith and the uplifted clubs. She clasped Smith's head with her arms. She laid her own head upon his. "O father!" she cried, "spare this man's life. I am sure he has done you no harm, and we ought to be his friends"...

James Baldwin

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James Baldwin (1924-1987) was a prominent American writer and activist, known for his deep exploration of issues such as racial identity, sexuality, and social injustice. His work spans genres like the novel, essay, and drama, and has left an indelible mark on 20th century literature.

Among his most iconic works are: "Go Tell It on the Mountain" (1953), "Giovanni's Room" (1956), "Giovanni's Room" (1956), and "Just Above My Head" (1979). These publications, which cover both fiction and essays, focus on the African American experience and the civil rights struggle.

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