From Sea to Shining Sea: A Novel“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 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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... give us protection , I'm sorry to have to say I'll need to seek it elsewhere . I have no doubt there's plenty of factions willing to give it . I'll say this , " he declared , suddenly picking up the gunpowder requisition by one corner ...
... give us protection , I'm sorry to have to say I'll need to seek it elsewhere . I have no doubt there's plenty of factions willing to give it . I'll say this , " he declared , suddenly picking up the gunpowder requisition by one corner ...
Page 309
... give up ? Why , Gawd damn ! He ought at least waited till our boat got here to cannon - shoot him a time or two ! " " Why , a fort like that'n , we'd ' a helt it a year ! " " Bo ' , I'm let down ! Be good to see ol ' Len , though ...
... give up ? Why , Gawd damn ! He ought at least waited till our boat got here to cannon - shoot him a time or two ! " " Why , a fort like that'n , we'd ' a helt it a year ! " " Bo ' , I'm let down ! Be good to see ol ' Len , though ...
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... give one of your famous wolf calls ? If you do , give me up my time to plug ha , ha . No. It'd kill me sure . " " Oh ! A moment ago , you said you wanted to go . " " Well ... " He coughed ferociously for a while . Then he said . " I'd ...
... give one of your famous wolf calls ? If you do , give me up my time to plug ha , ha . No. It'd kill me sure . " " Oh ! A moment ago , you said you wanted to go . " " Well ... " He coughed ferociously for a while . Then he said . " I'd ...
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