From Sea to Shining Sea

by James Alexander Thom

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"Splendid...Thom tells the story with humor and eloquence, and a thumping good tale it is, too."
THE WASHINGTON POST
In one generation, the Clark family of Virginia fought for our nation's independence, and explored, conquered, and settled the continent from sea to shining sea. This powerfully written book recreates the warm life of the family, the dangers of the battlefield, the grueling journeys across an untamed wilderness, and the soul-stirring Lewis and Clark Expedition. This mighty show more epic is a fitting tribute to the wisdom and courage of Ann Rogers Clark, her husband John, and the ten sons and daughters they nurtured and inspired.

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Very well written, detailed, personalized history of early America. Special focus on the Clark family as well as the Rogers family. Second part of book has as primary focus the Lewis and Clark expedition to the Pacific Ocean. Having experienced just a small sample of the terriority they crossed, this was a remarkable expedition.

Highly recommended by HAWL Reading Group.

FROM AMAZON: In one generation, the Clark family of Virginia fought for our nation's independence, and explored, conquered, and settled the continent from sea to shining sea. This powerfully written book recreates the warm life of the family, the dangers of the battlefield, the grueling journeys across an untamed wilderness, and the soul-stirring Lewis and Clark show more Expedition. This mighty epic is a fitting tribute to the wisdom and courage of Ann Rogers Clark, her husband John, and the ten sons and daughters they nurtured and inspired. show less
Probably the best Lewis and Clark expedition novels I've read...and I read alot about this time in history. James Alexander Thom combines extensive research and the humanity of his characters into something I couldn't put down.
Note: Our copy has a red cover
Anything written by Thom is worth the time to read.

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Original publication date
1986
People/Characters
William Clark
Important events
Lewis and Clark Expedition (1804 | 1806)

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Fiction and Literature, General Fiction, Historical Fiction
DDC/MDS
813.54Literature & rhetoricAmerican literature in EnglishAmerican fiction in English1900-19991945-1999
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PS3570 .H47 .F7Language and LiteratureAmerican literatureAmerican literatureIndividual authors1961-
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