| Lewis and Clark's Bittersweet Crossing Contributor(s): MacGregor, Carol Lynn (Author), Hoopes, Gaye (Illustrator) |
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ISBN: 0870044370 ISBN-13: 9780870044373 Publisher: Caxton Press OUR PRICE: $15.26 Product Type: Hardcover Published: May 2004 Annotation: When Lewis and Clark reached the Rocky Mountains, in what now is Montana and Idaho, they did not realize how difficult it would be to cross the rugged peaks that form the backbone of the North American continent. The natives called the mountains the "Bitterroots" and the name was appropriate. Had it not been for the generosity of the Nez Perce Indians, who inhabited the area west of the mountains, the members of the Corps of Discovery might have perished before completing their mission. In Lewis and Clark's Bittersweet Crossing, Carol MacGregor tells the story of the expedition, focusing on both their struggle to conquer the Bitterroot Range and their interaction with the Native Americans who made the crossing possible. Beautifully illustrated by artist Gaye Hoopes, this book brings history alive for young readers. The book also includes a color map of the expedition route, a glossary, a list of expedition members, and several study questions. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | History - Exploration & Discovery - Juvenile Nonfiction | History - United States - 19th Century - Juvenile Nonfiction | People & Places - United States - Native American |
| Dewey: 917.804 |
| LCCN: 2003017174 |
| Physical Information: 0.36" H x 8.76" W x 11.06" (0.86 lbs) 32 pages |
| Themes: - Chronological Period - 1800-1850 - Cultural Region - Western U.S. - Ethnic Orientation - Native American - Geographic Orientation - Idaho |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: The Lewis and Clark expedition had weathered much difficulty before it reached Idaho's Bitterroot Mountain Range but it was that severe and rugged obstacle that almost ended the expedition. If not for the aid of the Lemhi Shoshoni and the Nez Perce tribes, it is unlikely they would have reached their destination. This book tells their story. |