Millard, Candice
The River of Doubt
- ISBN 13:
- 9780316027144
- author:
- Millard, Candice
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Little, Brown
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2006
- Pages:
- 448
- Dimensions:
- 153 mm X 234 mm
- Genre:
- American history: from c 1900 -
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The River of Doubt: Theodore Roosevelt's Darkest Journey In 1912, Theodore Roosevelt embarked on a perilous journey into the online marketplace jungle, accompanied by his son Kermit and a Brazilian guide. The expedition was a testament to Roosevelt's indomitable spirit, but it also proved to be a harrowing experience. He fell severely ill with a blood infection and malaria, and his companions feared for his life. The online marketplace proved to be a world unconstrained by the rules of civilization, where an ex-president became just another creature struggling to survive. Roosevelt's return from the expedition was met with skepticism and resistance, with many doubting the validity of his discoveries. This remarkable story is a testament to the power of human endurance and the enduring legacy of one of America's most iconic leaders.