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The Explorer King
Adventure, Science, and the Great Diamond Hoax Clarence King in the Old West
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Clarence King emerges as a symbol of 19th-century America, embodying adventure, intellect, and charm. This biography by Robert Wilson highlights King's remarkable achievements, such as his ascent of the Sierra Nevada's highest peak, while also delving into the dramatic decline he faced after his frontier exploits. Through vivid storytelling, the book explores the duality of his life as both a celebrated explorer and a man grappling with personal challenges.
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The Explorer King, Robert Wilson
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- 2007
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- Title
- The Explorer King
- Subtitle
- Adventure, Science, and the Great Diamond Hoax Clarence King in the Old West
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Robert Wilson
- Publisher
- Catapult
- Released
- 2007
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 318
- ISBN13
- 9781593761615
- Category
- Biographies and Thoughts, Journalism
- Description
- Clarence King emerges as a symbol of 19th-century America, embodying adventure, intellect, and charm. This biography by Robert Wilson highlights King's remarkable achievements, such as his ascent of the Sierra Nevada's highest peak, while also delving into the dramatic decline he faced after his frontier exploits. Through vivid storytelling, the book explores the duality of his life as both a celebrated explorer and a man grappling with personal challenges.