Dog of Discovery: A Newfoundland's Adventures with Lewis and Clark

Picked by President Thomas Jefferson to explore the unknown wilds of the Louisiana Territory, Meriwether Lewis assembles a rugged team of adventurers, including co-captain William Clark—and a Newfoundland dog named Seaman. As hunter, retriever, and guard, Seaman becomes a trusted member of the Corps of Discovery. While the team tackles raging rivers and muddy shallows, Seaman is there—sharing their hunger and fatigue. Whether Indians threaten or grizzlies roar, he stands his ground. And through mountain peak or valley deep, Seaman remains a watchful friend and determined foe. Laurence Pringle—one of America’s premier nonfiction writers for young people—has garnered critical acclaim for “turning natural history and science into page-turning reading” (Booklist). Relying on journal accounts, Pringle delivers a dog-centered narrative of the 8,000-mile Lewis and Clark expedition from its harrowing beginning to its triumphant end in 1806. To fill gaps in the historical record, Pringle imagines details of Seaman’s vital role. “… a richly detailed … intriguing … treasure trove of information about the expedition and the dog that was its most unusual participant.”—Library Journal “Full of adventure and excitement, this book contains a wonderful mix of intriguing stories and historical facts.”—Childhood Education