LEVETT: Christopher Levett of York, the pioneer colonist in Casco Bay 1893By James Phinney Baxter The family of Levett is of ancient origin, flourishing in Yorkshire for many generations. This fascinating book tells the story of Christopher Levett, (1586 1630) of York, a man of importance, an early English explorer who settled in Casco Bay, Maine during the 17th century. We see Memoir of Capt Christopher Levett , A voyage into New England begun in 1623 and ended in 1624, a map of Old York, The will of the Rev. Robert More,