Undaunted Courage

This book chronicles the epic 1803-06 journey of Lewis and Clark across the continent and back, highlighting the roles of Thomas Jefferson, Meriwether Lewis, and William Clark.

It combines high adventure, politics, suspense, drama, and diplomacy, providing a vivid backdrop of the expedition through previously unknown information about weather, terrain, and medical knowledge of the time.

The narrative includes the interactions with Native American tribes, the scientific discoveries, and the personal tragedies that marked the journey.

Ambrose's work brings alive the colorful characters and the historical context, making this scholarly work as engaging as a novel.