Blood and Thunder
The Epic Story of Kit Carson and the Conquest of the American West
What's it about
Ever wonder how the American West was truly won? Uncover the brutal, complex, and epic story of the nation's expansion through the eyes of one of its most legendary and controversial figures: Kit Carson. This is the raw, unfiltered history you were never taught in school. You'll follow Carson's journey from humble trapper to feared Indian fighter and pivotal military scout. Discover the hidden alliances, broken treaties, and relentless ambition that fueled the conquest of the West, forcing you to confront the violent, contradictory legacy of Manifest Destiny and its heroes.
Meet the author
Hampton Sides is an award-winning historian and editor-at-large for Outside magazine, celebrated for his gripping nonfiction narratives that bring pivotal moments in history to life. A native of Memphis and a Yale graduate, Sides has long been fascinated by the sprawling, complex history of the American West. His immersive research and extensive travels through the landscapes Kit Carson once roamed allow him to craft a deeply human and authoritative account of the era, revealing the intricate story behind the legend.
What's it about
Ever wonder how the American West was truly won? Uncover the brutal, complex, and epic story of the nation's expansion through the eyes of one of its most legendary and controversial figures: Kit Carson. This is the raw, unfiltered history you were never taught in school. You'll follow Carson's journey from humble trapper to feared Indian fighter and pivotal military scout. Discover the hidden alliances, broken treaties, and relentless ambition that fueled the conquest of the West, forcing you to confront the violent, contradictory legacy of Manifest Destiny and its heroes.
Meet the author
Hampton Sides is an award-winning historian and editor-at-large for Outside magazine, celebrated for his gripping nonfiction narratives that bring pivotal moments in history to life. A native of Memphis and a Yale graduate, Sides has long been fascinated by the sprawling, complex history of the American West. His immersive research and extensive travels through the landscapes Kit Carson once roamed allow him to craft a deeply human and authoritative account of the era, revealing the intricate story behind the legend.
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