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Located in: Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
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Item specifics
- Condition
- Features
- Dust Jacket
- Edition
- First Edition
- ISBN
- 9780345390035
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Random House Publishing Group
ISBN-10
0345390032
ISBN-13
9780345390035
eBay Product ID (ePID)
1661672
Product Key Features
Book Title
Sign-Talker : the Adventure of George Drouillard on the Lewis and Clark Expedition
Number of Pages
480 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2000
Topic
General, Historical
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Fiction
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height
1.4 in
Item Weight
27.5 Oz
Item Length
9.6 in
Item Width
6.5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
00-712888
Dewey Edition
21
Reviews
"James Alexander Thom . . . make[s] the story of North America come alive. He puts flesh and blood on forgotten names, and he breathes life into the stale past. He is probably the most important author of American historic novels writing today because he helps to interpret the distant past for the mind and interest of the modern reader." --JACK WEATHERFORD Author of Indian Givers From the Hardcover edition., "James Alexander Thom . . . make[s] the story of North America come alive. He puts flesh and blood on forgotten names, and he breathes life into the stale past. He is probably the most important author of American historic novels writing today because he helps to interpret the distant past for the mind and interest of the modern reader." --JACK WEATHERFORD Author of Indian Givers
Dewey Decimal
813/.54
Synopsis
In his extraordinary body of work, James Alexander Thom does more than bring the past to life; he makes us experience history as if we were witnessing it for the first time. Thom's new novel is an enthralling adventure with fascinating real-life characters--and a heart-grabbing narrative that casts a vivid light on a momentous chapter in American history. Flint and Steel begins just after the Louisiana Purchase. Thomas Jefferson has sent Meriwether Lewis and William Clark to penetrate the newly acquired territory, journey up the Missouri River, cross the Rocky Mountains, and reach the glimmering sea in the far West. To survive, the two captains need an extraordinary hunter who will be able to provide the expedition with fresh game, and a sign-talker to communicate with the native tribes. They choose George Drouillard. It is Drouillard, an actual historical figure, who becomes our eyes and ears on this unforgettable odyssey. Drouillard, a metis raised among the Shawnee, cannot fathom what drives the two men. Nor can he help but admire their ingenuity and courage as they tackle the journey into the unknown. Along the way, he watches as they shrewdly shape and discipline their force, adding French-Canadian rivermen--to guide the expedition up the Missouri--and an Indian woman, Sacagawea, who will play a crucial role in negotiations with the Western tribes. After plunging into an unforgiving land and near madness, the triumphant achievement of two captains will be eclipsed by an overwhelming tragedy that will touch not only Meriwether Lewis and the frontier tribes but George Drouillard himself. A magnificent tale told with intelligence and insight, Flint and Steel is full of song and suffering, humor and pathos. James Alexander Thom has created the rarest reading experience: one that entertains us even as it shows us a new vision of our nation, our past, and ourselves. From the Hardcover edition.
LC Classification Number
PS3570.H47S54 2000
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- r***6 (28)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseExcellent transaction! The ordered books were reasonable priced and fully match the description provided by the seller. Books are covered in a plastic transparant dustjacket. Shipment of the books was swift and in a sturdy parcel, in which the items were well wrapped in protective materials. Even though one of the delivered books was a different volume than the one ordered, the seller was prompt to come up with a satisfying solution. Thanks, great experience!Robert Silverberg (editor) - THE NEW ATLANTIS (Wolfe Leguin Tiptree) - Book Club (#134407132167)
- o***b (91)- Feedback left by buyer.Past yearVerified purchaseI purchased two books from this seller and they combined the shipping. I was actually credited BACK part of the shipping savings. Books were exactly as described and with new Brodart dust jacket covers. Mint condition. Books were packaged with care and were well protected. Shipping time was expeditious and the seller’s communication with me was above and beyond. I highly recommend and will definitely be doing business with again. Thanks so much.Jeff Lindsay - DEXTER BY DESIGN - 1st/1st - BRITISH (#131758845924)
- j***6 (303)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseGood purchase, good seller. Tape and case in very good condition as described in listing. Item was carefully packed, shipped out promptly, and arrived quickly. Have purchased from this seller before. Would definitely recommend seller based on my positive experiences.
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- 26 Mar, 2019
Would be a better book w/o cursing and sexual subjects.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-ownedSold by: discover-books
- 12 Jul, 2023
Makes history come alive
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-ownedSold by: discover-books
- 10 Aug, 2021
Great book!
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
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- r***6 (28)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseExcellent transaction! The ordered books were reasonable priced and fully match the description provided by the seller. Books are covered in a plastic transparant dustjacket. Shipment of the books was swift and in a sturdy parcel, in which the items were well wrapped in protective materials. Even though one of the delivered books was a different volume than the one ordered, the seller was prompt to come up with a satisfying solution. Thanks, great experience!Robert Silverberg (editor) - THE NEW ATLANTIS (Wolfe Leguin Tiptree) - Book Club (#134407132167)
- o***b (91)- Feedback left by buyer.Past yearVerified purchaseI purchased two books from this seller and they combined the shipping. I was actually credited BACK part of the shipping savings. Books were exactly as described and with new Brodart dust jacket covers. Mint condition. Books were packaged with care and were well protected. Shipping time was expeditious and the seller’s communication with me was above and beyond. I highly recommend and will definitely be doing business with again. Thanks so much.Jeff Lindsay - DEXTER BY DESIGN - 1st/1st - BRITISH (#131758845924)
- j***6 (303)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseGood purchase, good seller. Tape and case in very good condition as described in listing. Item was carefully packed, shipped out promptly, and arrived quickly. Have purchased from this seller before. Would definitely recommend seller based on my positive experiences.