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isalvetti's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
informative
reflective
slow-paced
3.5
uscrx's review against another edition
5.0
What a fabulous book! Subjust was brand new to me, and I love theyway he writes. Kept me hooked the whole way through!
ksorensen's review against another edition
5.0
"Blood and Thunder" by Hampton Sides is a masterful tapestry of the American West's intricate history. Sides doesn't shy away from delving deep into the tragic and dark chapters of American history, presenting them with both sensitivity and candor. His ability to weave tales captures the reader, transporting them back in time to witness the unfurling of epic events and larger-than-life characters. His narrative style is both captivating and informative, ensuring readers are both entertained and enlightened. This book is a testament to the importance of understanding our past, the good and the bad. A must-read for anyone passionate about the rich tapestry of American history or simply looking for a gripping tale of adventure and exploration.
marcopolo's review against another edition
5.0
This book was a fascinating read and hard to put down. [a:Hampton Sides|54521|Hampton Sides|https://images.gr-assets.com/authors/1204342443p2/54521.jpg] makes history read much like a novel where readers are caught up in the stories of the history of the American West. His portrayal of Kitt Carson as a key figure in some of the most important moments of the early history of America's expansion into the West, and Southwest in particular is revealing and fascinates. I would absolutely recommend this book to anyone interested in history and the American West.
gwa2012's review against another edition
4.0
Good overview of the Western United States’ history focused through the lens of Kit Carson’s life. The book puts the United States’ westward expansion into perspective and does a good job explaining the west’s unique development.
The narrative is certainly North American-centric. I would strongly suggest reading Native American authored history for a counter narrative and different point-of-view. Examples include David Treuer’s Heartbeat of Wounded Knee or (more generally) Robin Wall Kimmerer’s Braiding Sweetgrass.
The narrative is certainly North American-centric. I would strongly suggest reading Native American authored history for a counter narrative and different point-of-view. Examples include David Treuer’s Heartbeat of Wounded Knee or (more generally) Robin Wall Kimmerer’s Braiding Sweetgrass.