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The Captain's Dog by Roland Smith

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The Captain's Dog

My Journey With the Lewis and Clark Tribe

Roland Smith

HarperCollins · Print & ebook · September 1, 2008

Reading lane: Dogs

NYT best-selling author of Peak, Roland Smith, reimagines the famous Lewis and Clark expedition in this historical fiction novel told through the compassionate eyes of a remarkable dog. “Dogs know humans better than they will ever know us." Captain Lewis’s Newfoundland pup, Seaman, accompanies Lewis and Clark on a path that will make history.

At a Glance

Why This Clicks

History, Dog-Eyed

A famous expedition feels close at paw level, with journal excerpts adding historical texture.

Come here for

  • A curious, compassionate canine perspective on Lewis and Clark’s journey
  • History and science alongside actual words from Lewis’s journals

Expect

  • An adventurous historical-fiction tale with a loyal dog at its center
  • An author’s note and reader’s guide

Book Details

Authors
Roland Smith
Publisher
HarperCollins
Published
September 1, 2008
Format
Print & ebook
Theme
Dogs · Exploration & Discovery
Reading lane
Dogs

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Publisher Categories

  • Action & Adventure

  • Dog Stories

  • 19th-Century U.S.

  • YA Adventure

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  • War & Military YA

About This Book

NYT best-selling author of Peak, Roland Smith, reimagines the famous Lewis and Clark expedition in this historical fiction novel told through the compassionate eyes of a remarkable dog. “Dogs know humans better than they will ever know us." Captain Lewis’s Newfoundland pup, Seaman, accompanies Lewis and Clark on a path that will make history. With his adventurous and curious spirit, Seaman proves himself to be a loyal companion at every turn. But can this astonishing dog pic...

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NYT best-selling author of Peak, Roland Smith, reimagines the famous Lewis and Clark expedition in this historical fiction novel told through the compassionate eyes of a remarkable dog. “Dogs know humans better than they will ever know us." Captain Lewis’s Newfoundland pup, Seaman, accompanies Lewis and Clark on a path that will make history. With his adventurous and curious spirit, Seaman proves himself to be a loyal companion at every turn. But can this astonishing dog pick his captain up when he needs it most? This exhilarating tale, part history and part science, including actual text from Lewis’s journals, celebrates one of America’s greatest journeys of discovery. Includes an author’s note and a reader’s guide.

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