Richard of Jamestown : a Story of the Virginia Colony

"Richard of Jamestown: A Story of the Virginia Colony" by James Otis is a historical adventure that follows the journey of Richard Mutton, a young orphan escaping hardship in London for the promise of a new life in the Virginia colony. Guided by his admiration for Captain John Smith, Richard embarks on a treacherous voyage fueled by the hope of adventure, facing the unknown challenges and daily life of the early American colonists as they navigate the wild and unfamiliar land. From a difficult life to a new uncharted opportunity, the story captures the youthful dreams and dangerous realities of settling in a new world.

James Otis Kaler was an American journalist and author of children’s literature. He wrote under the name James Otis.