Pioneer Pilot: A Boys Story Of The First Steamboat Voyage From Pittsburgh To New Orleans is a historical fiction book written by Edd W. Parks. The book tells the story of a young boy named Tom, who is fascinated by the steamboats that pass by his home in Pittsburgh. When he hears that a steamboat named the New Orleans is going to make the first-ever voyage from Pittsburgh to New Orleans, he is determined to be a part of it. Tom manages to convince the captain of the New Orleans to let him come along as a cabin boy. ...
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Pioneer Pilot: A Boys Story Of The First Steamboat Voyage From Pittsburgh To New Orleans is a historical fiction book written by Edd W. Parks. The book tells the story of a young boy named Tom, who is fascinated by the steamboats that pass by his home in Pittsburgh. When he hears that a steamboat named the New Orleans is going to make the first-ever voyage from Pittsburgh to New Orleans, he is determined to be a part of it. Tom manages to convince the captain of the New Orleans to let him come along as a cabin boy. As they travel down the Ohio and Mississippi rivers, Tom learns about the challenges and dangers of piloting a steamboat, including navigating through treacherous waters and dealing with hostile river pirates. The book is set in the early 1800s and provides a glimpse into the history of steamboats and their impact on transportation and commerce in the United States. It also highlights the bravery and ingenuity of the early steamboat pilots who risked their lives to transport goods and people along the rivers. Pioneer Pilot is a great book for young readers who are interested in history, adventure, and transportation. It is also a good choice for parents and educators who want to introduce children to the history of steamboats and their role in American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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