Astoria: Astor and Jefferson's Lost Pacific Empire: A Tale of Ambition and Survival on the Early American Frontier
by Peter Stark
Audio CD Paperback Kindle Edition Hardcover"Astoria" by Peter Stark is a non-fiction book that tells the story of John Jacob Astor and Thomas Jefferson's plan to establish a fur-trading empire on the Pacific coast in the early 19th century. The book details the struggles and triumphs of the various parties involved in this ambitious venture, including the overland expedition led by Wilson Price Hunt, the maritime journey of the Tonquin, and the establishment of the Astoria trading post at the mouth of the Columbia River. The book also explores the interactions between the American and Native populations, as well as the impact of the venture on the wider context of American expansionism. Throughout the book, Stark weaves together historical facts, personal accounts, and vivid descriptions to create a compelling narrative of ambition, perseverance, and survival on the early American frontier.
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