The Captain's Soldier: Miles Rigdale & Plymouth's First Year

A gripping historical adventure of survival, duty, and finding courage in the brutal first year of the Plymouth Colony.Miles Rigdale is just an ordinary, hot-tempered eleven-year-old boy when he lands on the wild shores of Massachusetts in 1620. But in the desperate struggle for survival against disease, starvation, and the terrifying New England winter, Miles is forced to grow up fast.When tragedy leaves him orphaned, Miles finds himself caught between two paths: the reckless rebellion of his friend, Ned Lister, and the demanding, unwavering discipline of his hero, Captain Miles Standish.To earn the right to belong in the new world, Miles must face down his own fears, confess his greatest lie, and ultimately prove he is worthy of the name his Captain calls him: Soldier.This adapted edition, part of My Son's Library, brings the grit and glory of America's founding story to life for today's readers, ensuring the lessons of duty and resilience endure. Read more