George Linton: Or the First Years of an English Colony (1876)

Robinson Professor, Book Review Editor John

ISBN 10: 1436857600 / ISBN 13: 9781436857604

Published by Kessinger Publishing, 2008

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: George Linton: Or the First Years of an English Colony (1876)
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Publication Date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1436857600
• ISBN 13: 9781436857604
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

George Linton: Or The First Years Of An English Colony is a historical novel written by John Robinson in 1876. The book follows the story of George Linton, a young man who travels to the New World to establish an English colony in the early 17th century. The novel is set in the context of the English colonization of America and explores the challenges and hardships faced by the early settlers.The story begins with George Linton's journey across the Atlantic, where he encounters various obstacles such as storms, illness, and the threat of piracy. Upon arriving in the New World, he sets out to establish a colony with a group of fellow settlers. The novel portrays the difficulties of building a new society from scratch, including conflicts with the native population, struggles to find food and shelter, and internal disputes among the colonists.As the story progresses, George Linton becomes a leader in the colony and must navigate complex political and social challenges. He also develops a romantic relationship with a young woman named Mary, who becomes an important figure in the community. The novel ultimately explores themes of perseverance, courage, and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.Overall, George Linton: Or The First Years Of An English Colony is a fascinating historical novel that offers a vivid portrayal of the early English colonization of America. It provides insights into the challenges faced by the early settlers and the complex relationships between different groups in the New World.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

About the Author

John P. Robinson is Professor of Sociology and Director of the Americans' Use of Time Project at the Survey Research Center at the University of Maryland. He is the senior author of several books dealing with the use of time and the quality of life, including The Rhythm of Everyday Life: How Soviet and American Citizens Use Time (1988) and How Americans Use Time (1977).