Blood and Treasure
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Blood and Treasure
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Blood and Treasure
Blood and Treasure by Bob Drury and Tom Clavin offers an enthralling narrative set against the tumultuous backdrop of mid-eighteenth-century America, where the raw thirst for new land incites a spilling of both blood and ideals. This evocative tale delves into the conflict that arose as settlers pressed westward beyond the Appalachian Mountains, clashing violently with Native American tribes, the French, and eventually igniting the flames of the revolutionary spirit that would birth a nation.
At the heart of this explosive saga stands Daniel Boone, a legendary frontiersman and war hero, reimagined through the deft research and storytelling of Drury and Clavin. Stripping away the myths and popular culture caricatures, they portray Boone as a complex and charismatic figure whose daring exploits and relentless spirit symbolise the pioneering ethos of early America. His journey through the dense forests and rugged terrains once considered impenetrable is transformed into a gripping odyssey through both a literal and metaphorical frontier.
The narrative unfolds through the vivid, often gritty accounts of historical journals, personal diaries, contemporary newspaper articles, and eyewitness testimonies that bring to life the era's visceral struggles and triumphs. The authors skilfully interweave the larger political maneuvers with the personal stories of those who lived, fought, and died in pursuit of their dreams and territories. Their insightful scholarship sheds light on both the lofty aspirations and grim realities of expansion, bringing a fresh perspective to this well-trodden historical path.
Richly detailed and engagingly told, Blood and Treasure stands as a testament to Drury and Clavin's ability to animate history with narrative vigour and authenticity. Readers will find themselves swept into the epic conflicts over America’s "First Frontier," presented not only as a clash of empires and ideologies but also as a profoundly human drama—a testament to the resilience and tenacity of those who charted America’s course through uncharted lands.
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Blood and Treasure by Bob Drury and Tom Clavin is highly praised for its rich research and engaging narrative, with several reviews calling it a masterfully written saga of American history. Critics commend its vivid storytelling of Daniel Boone's life against the turbulent backdrop of 18th-century America, blending historical fact with exhilarating adventure. It's described as a compelling read that both history enthusiasts and adventure lovers will appreciate.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781250247155
Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 15 March 2022
Imprint: St. Martin's Griffin
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 27.0mm
Width: 137.0mm
Height: 210.0mm
Weight: 372g
Pages: 416
About the Author
BOB DRURY and TOM CLAVIN are the #1 New York Times bestselling authors of, most recently, The Last Hill, as well as Blood and Treasure; The Heart of Everything That Is; Lucky 666; Halsey's Typhoon; Last Men Out; Valley Forge; and The Last Stand of Fox Company, which won the Marine Corps Heritage Foundation's General Wallace M. Greene, Jr. Award. They live in Manasquan, New Jersey, and Sag Harbor, New York, respectivel
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