Synopses & Reviews
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"Convincing in detail and well paced, the book has all the excitement and zest of an old-time adventure story set in authentic surroundings and brought to life through the well-drawn characters."
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"A vivid, fast-paced novel."
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"Characters come to life, allowing readers to understand the personality conflicts, the arduous physical strain, and the dangers the party went through before reaching Oregon."
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"Convincing in detail and well paced, the book has all the excitement and zest of an old-time adventure story set in authentic surroundings and brought to life through the well-drawn characters." Horn Book
A vivid, fast-paced novel.” Christian Science Monitor
Characters come to life, allowing readers to understand the personality conflicts, the arduous physical strain, and the dangers the party went through before reaching Oregon.” Booklist, ALA
Synopsis
Drawing on journal entries and grounded in fact, Charles Bohners story re-creates the Lewis and Clark expedition from the experience of Hugh McNeal, one of the youngest members on the journey.
About the Author
Charles Bohner, a professor in the University of Delaware's English Department, published widely during his many years of scholarly work and teaching, but Bold Journey is his first novel.