Editore: Forgotten Books, 2016
ISBN 10: 1334189846 ISBN 13: 9781334189845
Da: Forgotten Books, London, Regno Unito
Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book details the intrepid explorers Lewis and Clark, their Corps of Discovery, as well as the origins of the Louisiana Purchase, the history of post-Revolutionary America, and the foundational impact they all had on our country. Set against the backdrop of a struggling democracy, it summarizes the bravery of these men and their incredible journey of 8,000 miles, from start to finish, bringing to light their struggles, scientific discoveries, and the perils they faced. The author also provides insights into indigenous tribes encountered along the way and the geopolitical implications of their discoveries at home and abroad. The book delves into the complexities of a young nation's burgeoning identity and its unyielding drive towards westward expansion. Against the backdrop of the Louisiana Purchase, the author exhumes the forgotten history of its acquisition, its political and economic ramifications, as well as the bitter opposition it faced. The purchase doubled the size of the United States and irrevocably shaped its destiny. The author's engaging narrative brings to life the vibrant characters and motivations that powered this epic journey of exploration and discovery. Through their eyes, we gain a deeper understanding of the natural wonders, diverse cultures, and geopolitical forces that shaped a nation. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item.
Editore: Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 1334189846 ISBN 13: 9781334189845
Da: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Editore: Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 1334189846 ISBN 13: 9781334189845
Da: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Regno Unito
PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.