A Voyage Long and Strange
A Voyage Long and Strange
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2008
Book Brief
445
Book • Nonfiction
North America • 16th Century
2008
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In A Voyage Long and Strange, Tony Horwitz explores early American history, tracing significant but lesser-known expeditions before the Pilgrims. Through travel and research, he uncovers the journeys of explorers like the Vikings, Columbus, and conquistadors, revealing the rich and complex pre-Pilgrim narrative shaping the continent.
Informative
Adventurous
Humorous
Nostalgic
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Tony Horwitz's A Voyage Long and Strange offers an engaging exploration of early American exploration often overlooked in history. Readers praise its blend of humor, vivid storytelling, and thorough research. Some, however, find the pacing uneven. Overall, it provides intriguing insights with a lively narrative style.
Who Should Read A Voyage Long and Strange?
A reader who enjoys A Voyage Long and Strange by Tony Horwitz likely appreciates engaging historical narratives and travel writing. Fans of Blue Latitudes by Horwitz or Guns, Germs, and Steel by Jared Diamond would be drawn to its blend of exploration and insightful storytelling.
10,287 ratings
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445
Book • Nonfiction
North America • 16th Century
2008
Adult
18+ years
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