--- product_id: 51354132 title: "A Brave Vessel: The True Tale of the Castaways Who Rescued Jamestown" brand: "penguin books" price: "135.90 DT" currency: TND in_stock: true reviews_count: 10 category: "Book" url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/51354132-a-brave-vessel-the-true-tale-of-the-castaways-who store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # A Brave Vessel: The True Tale of the Castaways Who Rescued Jamestown **Brand:** penguin books **Price:** 135.90 DT **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** A Brave Vessel: The True Tale of the Castaways Who Rescued Jamestown by penguin books - **How much does it cost?** 135.90 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/51354132-a-brave-vessel-the-true-tale-of-the-castaways-who) ## Best For - penguin books enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted penguin books brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Full description not available ## Images ![A Brave Vessel: The True Tale of the Castaways Who Rescued Jamestown - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51eXzp0yzGL.jpg) ![A Brave Vessel: The True Tale of the Castaways Who Rescued Jamestown - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31XeIE4iZXL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Brave Vessel: the True Tale of the Castaways Who Rescued Jamestown and Inspired Shakespeare's The Tempest *by G***N on Reviewed in the United States on September 2, 2012* My compliments to the author, Hobson Woodward. This is the most readable book I have encountered in its recounting of the terrifying ordeal these settlers experienced, in their attempt to reach Jamestown. He offers a vivid account of their struggle. First, as they fought to save their ship, the Sea Venture, from sinking in a roiling, four-day hurricane, which they encountered during their voyage from England to Jamestown. Then, carrying 153 souls, and separated in the storm from its fleet of nine vessels, this small flagship was left on her own to shipwreck on the uninhabited island of Bermuda. The author demonstrates great respect and sympathy for William Strachey. Strachey, a writer of failing fortunes, and a Sea Voyage passenger, was later appointed Secretary of the Colony in Jamestown. It was his written account of the hurricane, the shipwreck, and the subsequent nine month survival of the castaways on the island, that laid the foundation for the book, A Brave Vessel. It is said Shakespeare "borrowed" from Strachey's same account in his writing of The Tempest. It is easy to see how such an incredible story can lend itself so easily to flourish and fiction, but to the author's integrity, Hobson Woodward remained true to the settlers experiences, and true to Strachey's words. How anyone can read this book, and not be moved by the sheer tenacity, and fearlessness of the flesh and blood that settled the New World, is beyond me. I have bought two copies of A Brave Vessel, to be gifted to each of my grandsons when they are older, and better able to understand the truly amazing history of their ggggg-grandfather, William Strachey! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wonderful story, good value, delivered on time. *by D***A on Reviewed in the United States on February 4, 2020* This is a great story that should be of interest to any history fan. Have enjoyed the book. Vendor gave great service. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Historical Background *by D***S on Reviewed in the United States on April 20, 2013* I bought this book as background material for teaching Shakespeare's "The Tempest" and the colonial period in American literature. It didn't disappoint me. The writing is sharp, thoughtful and pointed. The content is clear and helpful to understanding the inter-relationships among the historical and the literary explorations of the period. I took new insights from Woodward's work that helped me and my students to draw deeper and more relevant understanding of all that is significant in exploring life in the early seventeenth century. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.tn/products/51354132-a-brave-vessel-the-true-tale-of-the-castaways-who](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/51354132-a-brave-vessel-the-true-tale-of-the-castaways-who) --- *Product available on Desertcart Tunisia* *Store origin: TN* *Last updated: 2026-08-30*