The Shining Sea

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A few months after the outbreak of the War of 1812, Captain David Porter set out in the USS Essex on an epic, seventeen-month cruise to the South Seas. Porter was pursuing fame and riches, and by most accounts his odyssey was a stunning success: it brought glory to the fledgling American navy, cemented Porter's reputation as a daring and talented commander, and has long been celebrated as one of the greatest maritime adventures in U.S. history. Less well known, however, is the terrible price that the crew of the Essex paid for their captain's outsized ambitions. In The Shining Sea, award-winning historian George C. Daughan tells the full story of Porter's thrilling, action-packed voyage, revealing the heights of Porter's hubris and the true depths of his failure on this fateful cruise. Intent on achieving personal glory, Porter made the treacherous journey around Cape Horn and into the Pacific Ocean, where he planned to capture a British man-of-war. From Valparaiso to the Galapagos to the Marquesas, the Essex roamed the South Seas, seizing British whaling and merchant ships, wreaking havoc on British commerce, and earning Porter and his men wealth and acclaim. Flush with his victories, Porter welcomed the news that a British frigate-the HMS Phoebe-was on his tail, and he resolved to capture her. But Porter could not overcome the Phoebe's superior firepower. Over the course of a desperate, bloody battle, he lost the Essex and over two-thirds of her crew-a shocking end to a daring journey. A swashbuckling tale of risk and ruin on the high seas, The Shining Sea brings to life the monomaniacal quest of one of the most misunderstood commanders of the War of 1812. Porter's singular voyage, Daughan shows, stands as a cautionary tale for any leader who would put personal glory and ambition ahead of cause and countrymen.

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Genre : History
Author : George C Daughan
Publisher : Hachette UK
Release : 2013-10-08
File : 376 Pages
ISBN-13 : 9780465069941


Shining Sea

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An arresting and absorbing novel that spans decades, drawing us into the turbulent lives of a family in Southern California after the sudden death of the father. Beginning in 1962 with a shocking loss, Shining Sea quickly pulls us into the lives of forty-three -year-old Michael Gannon's widow and offspring. Brilliantly described and utterly alive on the page, the Gannon clan find themselves charting paths they never anticipated, for decades to come. Told with a cinematic sweep, Shining Sea transports us from World War II to the present day, crisscrossing from the beaches of Southern California to the Woodstock rock festival, from London's gritty nightlife in the eighties to Scotland's remote Inner Hebrides, from the dry heat of Arizona to the fertile farmland of Massachusetts. Epic, tender, and beautifully rendered, Shining Sea is the portrait of an American family-a profound depiction of the ripple effects of war, the passing down of memory, the making of myth, and the power of the ideal of heroism to lead us astray but sometimes also to keep us afloat.

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Genre : Fiction
Author : Anne Korkeakivi
Publisher : Hachette UK
Release : 2016-08-09
File : 288 Pages
ISBN-13 : 9780316307857


To Shining Sea

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The most comprehensive and authoritative narrative account of American sea power written in recent times.

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Genre : History
Author : Stephen Howarth
Publisher : University of Oklahoma Press
Release : 1999
File : 684 Pages
ISBN-13 : 0806130261


The Shining Sea

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IS HOPE ITSELF THE ONLY ANSWER? The renowned author of the Ring novels unravels a story of lovers wrestling with the darkness within themselves—be it selfishness, lust, or despair—in a deeply introspective romantic mystery that will tug at your mind as well as your heart. A seemingly amnesiac woman sits mutely before her psychiatrist. Unable, or perhaps unwilling, to speak, the only time she shows any hint of emotion is when she hums a song—and the song becomes the first clue. Pregnant but abandoned by her lover, who boarded a tuna boat to brave turbulent waters far from home, she’d waded into the pitch-black waves one evening to drown herself...because when you feel like you’re stranded at sea all by yourself in the dead of the night, those waves call for you, lulling you to sink into the silence beneath. What we go on to discover is a cursed fate, a ruthless reality, and the dark humor of a world ruled by the indifferent forces of chance. They say you never know what the future holds, but what if you’re told that you only have precisely a fifty-fifty chance of attaining happiness?

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Genre : Fiction
Author : Koji Suzuki
Publisher : Vertical Inc
Release : 2022-07-26
File : 274 Pages
ISBN-13 : 9781647291990


From Sea To Shining Sea For Young Readers

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These young readers' editions of the popular history texts reveal how God was at work in America's history from the very beginning. For ages 9 to 12.

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Genre : Juvenile Nonfiction
Author : Peter Marshall
Publisher : Revell
Release : 2011-11
File : 480 Pages
ISBN-13 : 9780800733742


Sea To Shining Sea The Mexican American War And The Manifest Destiny

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"Sea to Shining Sea: The Mexican American War and the Manifest Destiny" is a stand-alone sequel to Jack White's historical novel "Ten Years In Texas". "Sea to Shining Sea" is set during the years 1846 to 1848 and covers the bloody war between the two major North American powers. Jack deals with the deception and backstabbing on both sides of the Rio Grande, along with the heroic efforts of individuals who braved their lives for the Manifest Destiny. Written with the nail biting excitement of a novel, "Sea to Shining Sea" is historically accurate down to the weapons used on each side. By the end of the war the United States extended from the Atlantic to the Pacific Ocean, with President James K. Polk doubling America's landmass during his four years in the Oval Office. If you enjoy history you will love "Sea to Shining Sea". This historical novel is crammed full of interesting tidbits and information not found in any books covering this important moment in America's colorful past.

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Genre : History
Author : Jack White
Publisher : Lulu.com
Release : 2011-07-13
File : 289 Pages
ISBN-13 : 9781257644216


Bicycle From Sea To Shining Sea

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This book is for anyone who wonders about pedaling a bicycle across the United States. A cyclist does not need to be fast to enjoy the scenery and distance that can be covered on two quiet wheels. Journey with this book for: Anecdotes of courage and inspiration from three cross-country cycling journeys. Narratives of the cyclist's delight with and harmonious integration into nature, while their lives undergo physical, mental, and spiritual renewal. Encouragement and tips for a bicycle vacation adventure. Stories of joys and adversities while cycling coast to coast on the southern, northern, and central crossing routes. Observations of the treasures of the United States and the American dream broaden minds and ignite spirits. Insights on the advantages of traveling with a tour organization. Motivations from those adventurers who have done it and the demands they surmounted. Color images of the black and white pictures within this book can be viewed online at is www.BikeSeaToSea.

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Author : Georgia Glashauser
Publisher : Bicycle Sea to Shining Sea
Release : 2007-06
File : 229 Pages
ISBN-13 : 9781412099790


From Sea To Shining Sea

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After the Revolutionary War, our newborn country went through an exciting era of growth and innovation. Was God intervening on behalf of the struggling nation? In this fast-paced sequel to the bestelling The Light and the Glory, you'll learn how America's future was threatened by greed, pride, and self-righteousness. You'll also see how, in the midst of turmoil, God raised up leaders to shape our unique country and character. --

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Genre : History
Author : Peter Marshall
Publisher : Revell
Release : 2009-07
File : 480 Pages
ISBN-13 : 9780800733940


From Sea To Shining Sea

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A compilation of more than 120 folk songs, tales, poems, and stories telling the history of America and reflecting its multicultural society. Illustrated by award-winning artists.

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Genre : Juvenile Nonfiction
Author : Amy L. Cohn
Publisher : Scholastic Inc.
Release : 1993
File : 434 Pages
ISBN-13 : 0590428683


From Sea To Shining Sea 6 Pack

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Join a family on their cross-country trip through America! From coastal forests to New York City, there's so much to see and do from sea to shining sea. This wordless picture book features captivating illustrations that encourage children to use their own words to describe what is happening in each picture, developing their oral language skills. This 6-Pack includes six copies of this title and a content-area focused lesson plan.

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Genre : Juvenile Fiction
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Publisher : Teacher Created Materials
Release : 2019-07-15
File : 14 Pages
ISBN-13 : 9781644914687