Picture the Past: The Lewis & Clark Expedition: Historical Coloring Book - Paperback

by Peter F. Copeland (Author)

Journey back to 1804 and experience the epic expedition of Captains Meriwether Lewis and William Clark as they charted the new, unexplored American West. Forty-five historically accurate, precisely drawn illustrations for coloring retrace the nearly 8,000 miles of their perilous trek. For two years, this dauntless duo and their team of explorers navigated insect- and snake-infested waterways, crossed scorching plains, scaled frigid mountain passes, and faced near-starvation--all the while charting a vast wilderness never before seen by white men. This coloring book educates and entertains with engaging captions providing historical context, making it perfect for young explorers, history enthusiasts, and art lovers eager to explore America's frontier legacy.

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HISTORY COMES ALIVE IN PICTURE THE PAST(TM) DOVER HISTORICAL COLORING BOOKS
Journey back to 1804 and experience the epic expedition of Captains Meriwether Lewis and William Clark as they chart the new, unexplored American West, never before seen by White men.

• Forty-five historically accurate illustrations retrace the nearly 8,000 miles of their perilous trek through insect- and snake-infested waterways, scorching plains, and frigid mountain passes.
• Each image is accompanied by a fact-filled descriptive caption to help you learn while you color.
• A valuable resource for parents, teachers, librarians, and history buffs ages 9 and up.