Meriwether Lewis: Boy Explorer [Hardcover] Bebenroth, Charlotta

Description

1953 edition. Hardcover has some fading, scuff marks, and some slight fraying. No dust jacket. The pages are clean and in good condition. The binding is secure.

This vintage biography, published in 1953, offers a captivating glimpse into the formative years of Meriwether Lewis, the legendary explorer who co-led the famous Lewis and Clark Expedition. Written by Charlotta M. Bebenroth, a renowned author of historical biographies for young readers, this book delves into the childhood and adolescence of Lewis, tracing his journey from a young boy with an insatiable curiosity about the natural world to a skilled woodsman and navigator. Bebenroth’s engaging storytelling style brings to life the experiences that shaped Lewis’s character and prepared him for the monumental task of leading the Corps of Discovery across the uncharted territories of the American West. Despite the absence of a dust jacket and some signs of wear on the hardcover, this well-preserved copy offers a unique opportunity for collectors and readers alike to immerse themselves in the rich tapestry of American history and the spirit of exploration that defined Lewis’s life.