Questions About Astoria: John Jacob Astor and Thomas Jefferson's Lost Pacific Empire: A Story of Wealth, Ambition, and Survival

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OK, how does this compare with Washington Irving's book of the same title?

Matthew This book covers the same subject matter and uses Irving's book as a reference. I understand that Irving's version is somewhat exaggerated and this bo…moreThis book covers the same subject matter and uses Irving's book as a reference. I understand that Irving's version is somewhat exaggerated and this book attempts to correct some of the historical inaccuracies and is written for a modern reader of history.(less)

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This book has peaked my interest in learning more about Lewis and Clark. I prefer to read history in a fictional format. Does anyone know of a good, not for kids, fiction book on Lewis and Clark?

Kathy I think this one is the best, but it is not historic fiction, it is non-fiction:
https://www.amazon.com/Undaunted-Cour...…moreI think this one is the best, but it is not historic fiction, it is non-fiction:
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who is the reader for the e-book. is it a good naration?

Serket Michael Kramer narrated the audiobook for Astoria.

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I would love to follow the development of Astoria from that time to the present. I lived near Astoria at one time - is there a book on this?a

Helen I shared your interest. I found this history online: from the Clatsop County Historical Society, under the history and chronology tabs. http://www.cum …moreI shared your interest. I found this history online: from the Clatsop County Historical Society, under the history and chronology tabs. http://www.cumtux.org/default.asp?pag...
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Is it just the e-version I got from the library or did everyone else's book misspell King Kamehameha's name? I am stunned that an author who seems to have done so much research would have allowed this mistake. I would love to get other readers' feedback before I post my review. Thanks.

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who is the reader for the e-book. is it a good naration?

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We often go through Astoria, guess I didn't appreciate the name from Astor. I hope the city is welcoming the book. I will see if there are some programs planned with author. Are there special program?s being given on tour by author?

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