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Polar Regions - The Cruise of the Arctic Star

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Book Synopsis: Take a voyage up the length of the California coast in a cruiser named Arctic Star! Along the way, the author relates the colorful narratives of California's history through the stories of men and women like Cabrillo, Vizcaíno, Junípero Serra, Kate Sessions, Kit Carson, Jedediah Smith and many more. Drawing from journals of other notable visitors like Richard Henry Dana, Robert Louis Stevenson, and Sir Francis Drake, readers are given a window into life in California hundreds of years ago. O'Dell offers readers dramatic incidents seldom featured in textbooks on California history - like the worst peacetime disaster in the history of the United States Navy that occurred in the treacherous Jaws of the Devil near Point Conception. Readers will delight in the story of Jedediah Strong Smith's wrestling with a grizzly and the wilderness friend who stitched his ear and face back together - with no anesthesia, of course! Pirates have to play a part in a land so rich in coastline - and they do, with buried treasure on a Southern California isle known as Dead Man's Island. The stories of the discoverers, explorers, and settlers of California have never been drawn so delightfully as they are here. With his love of his native state, his knowledge of the landscape, sea life, and historical past of this region, O'Dell's work continues to stand as an important contribution to the rich literature of the Golden State.

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Embark on an extraordinary journey with the Cruise of the Arctic Star! This captivating book takes you on an unforgettable voyage up the breathtaking coast of California, immersing you in the fascinating stories of the state's rich history. Through the captivating narratives of legendary figures like Cabrillo, Viscaino, and Kate Sessions, you'll be transported back in time, experiencing the wonders and adventures of California's past.

Delve into the pages of this remarkable book and discover rare accounts of significant events seldom found in textbooks. From the heart-stopping tragedy that unfolded near Point Conception to the incredible tale of Jedediah Strong Smith's wilderness encounter with a grizzly bear, every story will leave you awestruck.

But that's not all – O'Dell doesn't forget to include the thrilling adventures that pirates brought to California's abundant coastline. Uncover buried treasure on the mysterious Dead Man's Island and feel the excitement as you unravel the intriguing pirate tales hidden within!

O'Dell's deep love for his native state shines through every page, and his meticulous research and expert storytelling make this book a must-read for history enthusiasts and adventure seekers alike. Seamlessly blending landscape descriptions, vivid depictions of marine life, and captivating historical facts, O'Dell's work is an invaluable contribution to the Golden State's rich literature.

Don't miss out on this extraordinary journey through time. Begin your exploration of California's captivating past with the Cruise of the Arctic Star today! Get the Cruise of the Arctic Star now!

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