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The Double Life of Pocahontas

Jean Fritz
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The Double Life of Pocahontas

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2002

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Jean Fritz

The Double Life of Pocahontas

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2002
Book Details
Pages

96

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Genre
Biography

Children`s Literature
Setting

Jamestown • 17th century

Topic
World History

US History
Publication Year

2002

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

910L

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Super Short Summary

The Double Life of Pocahontas by Jean Fritz explores the life of Pocahontas, a young Indigenous individual from the Powhatan Confederacy, highlighting her unique interactions with English colonists. The book delves into her roles within her community and the English world, portraying her as a bridge between cultures during a transformative period in early American history.

Informative

Contemplative

Bittersweet

Melancholic

Reviews & Readership

4.0

865 ratings

52%

Loved it

34%

Mixed feelings

14%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Double Life of Pocahontas by Jean Fritz is praised for its engaging narrative that brings historical events to life for young readers. Critics commend Fritz's ability to portray Pocahontas as a complex figure rather than a mere legend. However, some feel the book simplifies historical nuances. Overall, it is a well-researched and accessible introduction to Pocahontas's story.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Double Life of Pocahontas?

Readers who enjoy The Double Life of Pocahontas by Jean Fritz are typically interested in historical biographies, particularly those exploring Native American history and cultural encounters. Fans of Who Was Pocahontas? or Sacajawea by Joseph Bruchac may find similar appeal in Fritz's insightful storytelling.

4.0

865 ratings

52%

Loved it

34%

Mixed feelings

14%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

96

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Genre
Biography

Children`s Literature
Setting

Jamestown • 17th century

Topic
World History

US History
Publication Year

2002

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

910L

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