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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Page 55
... tried to draw Mr. Henry in with them . " What ? " he cried . " Talk government whilst the bride and groom are still ... trying to cut an unforgettable figure . John Clark had unbunged a keg of whisky and one of cider , and for the more ...
... tried to draw Mr. Henry in with them . " What ? " he cried . " Talk government whilst the bride and groom are still ... trying to cut an unforgettable figure . John Clark had unbunged a keg of whisky and one of cider , and for the more ...
Page 505
... trying to rally his men and move them upriver toward Hall's struggling force . " Fish in a barrel , boys ! " William yelled , and aimed for an amulet on a brown chest . He squeezed the trigger and was re- loading by the time that Indian ...
... trying to rally his men and move them upriver toward Hall's struggling force . " Fish in a barrel , boys ! " William yelled , and aimed for an amulet on a brown chest . He squeezed the trigger and was re- loading by the time that Indian ...
Page 533
... trying to pull their bayonets out of flesh , while the warriors trying to flee back into the woods got in the way of those who were still in there trying to shoot . Now William plunged into the crazy tangle of limbs and roots , hacked ...
... trying to pull their bayonets out of flesh , while the warriors trying to flee back into the woods got in the way of those who were still in there trying to shoot . Now William plunged into the crazy tangle of limbs and roots , hacked ...
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