Sea of Glory
America's Voyage of Discovery, The U.S. Exploring Expedition, 1838-1842
What's it about
Ever wondered what it takes to lead a groundbreaking expedition against impossible odds? Discover the incredible story of the U.S. Exploring Expedition, a monumental four-year voyage that charted vast parts of the Pacific Ocean and even discovered Antarctica, yet is almost completely forgotten today. You'll learn how Lieutenant Charles Wilkes, a controversial and ambitious leader, commanded a fleet of scientists and sailors through mutiny, shipwrecks, and hostile encounters. Uncover the leadership secrets and strategic decisions that led to both world-changing discoveries and devastating personal tragedies.
Meet the author
Nathaniel Philbrick is the National Book Award-winning author of In the Heart of the Sea and a leading authority on American maritime history. A lifelong sailor and former Intercollegiate All-American, he brings a mariner's firsthand experience and a historian's rigorous research to his work. This unique combination allows him to vividly reconstruct epic voyages, revealing the profound human stories behind landmark events like the U.S. Exploring Expedition and its quest to chart the vast Pacific Ocean.
What's it about
Ever wondered what it takes to lead a groundbreaking expedition against impossible odds? Discover the incredible story of the U.S. Exploring Expedition, a monumental four-year voyage that charted vast parts of the Pacific Ocean and even discovered Antarctica, yet is almost completely forgotten today. You'll learn how Lieutenant Charles Wilkes, a controversial and ambitious leader, commanded a fleet of scientists and sailors through mutiny, shipwrecks, and hostile encounters. Uncover the leadership secrets and strategic decisions that led to both world-changing discoveries and devastating personal tragedies.
Meet the author
Nathaniel Philbrick is the National Book Award-winning author of In the Heart of the Sea and a leading authority on American maritime history. A lifelong sailor and former Intercollegiate All-American, he brings a mariner's firsthand experience and a historian's rigorous research to his work. This unique combination allows him to vividly reconstruct epic voyages, revealing the profound human stories behind landmark events like the U.S. Exploring Expedition and its quest to chart the vast Pacific Ocean.
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