A Stranger Among Saints
Stephen Hopkins, the Man Who Survived Jamestown and Saved Plymouth
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Publisher Description
A gripping biography of Stephen Hopkins, the unlikely hero who shaped early America.
Sometime between 1610 and 1611, William Shakespeare wrote The Tempest, inspired by the real-life shipwreck of the Sea Venture. One passenger, Stephen Hopkins, faced mutiny charges before joining the Mayflower. In the New World, disease and contentious encounters threatened the Pilgrims' survival. Hopkins emerged as a leader, bridging divides with Native Americans.
Stranger Among Saints unveils Hopkins's vital role in bridging suspicion between English immigrants and native neighbors. Without him, the settlers might not have survived their first year. Discover the untold story of a man who survived Jamestown and saved Plymouth, a key figure in shaping the nation's destiny. Perfect for readers interested in Colonial American history and biographies of early American leaders.