Benjamin's review
Sea of Glory: America's Voyage of Discovery, the U.S. Exploring Expedition, 1838-1842
by Nathaniel Philbrick
Benjamin's review
Sea of Glory: America's Voyage of Discovery, the U.S. Exploring Expedition, 1838-1842 by Nathaniel Philbrick
Benjamin's review
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recommended for: people who need to learn humility
I'm about two thirds of the way through this book, and it really isn't gripping yet. I'm sure things will go bad soon for Lt. Wilkes and his irritated crew. The research and writing are fantastic. Philbrick does an excellent job keeping descriptions brief, while still making them complete.
