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Book Synopsis: Meet Seaman, the Newfoundland dog who joined the Lewis and Clark expedition into the uncharted western wilderness. Seaman was much more than the faithful companion of Captain Lewis. Seaman risked his life many times and served the Corps of Discovery as a hunter, retriever, and guard dog. This richly detailed account of the expedition includes its planning, its adventures and discoveries, and its aftermath. During the trek from St. Louis to the Pacific Ocean and back, every member of the Corps of Discovery suffered from hunger, insect bites, injuries, and close calls with death. Noted children's author Laurence Pringle follows the expedition closely and highlights the adventures of Seaman as they appear in the journals of Lewis and Clark. Pringle also offers evidence, first revealed in 2000, about what happened to Seaman after the journey's end. With intriguing sidebars, historical illustrations, journal excerpts, and original art, this account of the Corps of Discovery features the remarkable dog that was the expedition's most unusual member.
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Embark on a thrilling journey through time and untamed wilderness with "Dog of Discovery: A Newfoundland's Adventures with Lewis and Clark." Join Seaman, the brave and loyal Newfoundland dog who accompanied Captain Lewis and proved to be much more than just a faithful companion. This captivating book reveals the incredible feats of Seaman as he served the Corps of Discovery as a hunter, retriever, and guard dog, risking his life countless times for the success of the expedition.
Written by acclaimed children's author Laurence Pringle, this meticulously researched account takes you through the arduous planning, breathtaking adventures, groundbreaking discoveries, and the aftermath of the Lewis and Clark expedition. As you follow the footsteps of the Corps of Discovery from St. Louis to the Pacific Ocean and back, you'll experience the hardships they endured, including hunger, insect bites, injuries, and numerous brushes with death.
What sets this book apart is its focus on Seaman's extraordinary role during this historic expedition. Drawing from the original journals of Lewis and Clark, Pringle expertly weaves in Seaman's daring escapades. With additional fascinating sidebars, historical illustrations, journal excerpts, and original art, every page is a treasure trove of knowledge and adventure.
But the story doesn't end there. In 2000, groundbreaking evidence emerged, revealing what happened to Seaman after the journey's end. Discover the remarkable fate of the expedition's most unusual member and be captivated by this riveting revelation.
Experience the incredible bond between humans and animals as you immerse yourself in the story of Seaman, the brave Newfoundland who became an integral part of history. Order your copy of "Dog of Discovery: A Newfoundland's Adventures with Lewis and Clark" today and embark on an epic adventure from the comfort of your own home. Click here to order now!
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