Books like Squanto's journey by Joseph Bruchac
Squanto recounts the dramatic events of his life: in 1614 he was seized by the British, sold into slavery in Spain, endured many hardships, and eventually returned to the New World. There he serves as a vital guide and friend for the early Pilgrim settlers in Massachusetts.
His story illustrates the complex interactions between Native Americans and European colonists, highlighting his crucial role in helping the colonists survive and establish a new community in the New Plymouth Colony.
First publish date: 2000
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Joseph Bruchac
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