The River of Doubt: Theodore Roosevelt's Darkest Journeyby Candice Millard [B R67m]
After Theodore Roosevelt failed in his last attempt at the Presidency, he was talked into an expedition on a South American river that many doubted ever existed. Joined by his son Kermit, several naturalists from noted geographic societies, a priest, and a failed Arctic explorer, they set out on an ill planned venture in the unknown rain forest. Plagued by insects, Indians, fever, and shortage of supplies, Roosevelt contracted a serious illness that almost drove him to suicide. After surviving the debacle of the expedition, he returned home only to be ridiculed and doubted about his extraordinary accomplishment. For lovers of historic adventure and suspense. -- recommended by Rayma S. -- South Branch Library
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This was a great book. Really enjoyed it and recommend it.
If you liked this book, be sure and read "Mornings on Horseback", by David McCullough. It's another great T.R. book.
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