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Astoria by Peter Stark

Astoria

John Jacob Astor and Thomas Jefferson's Lost Pacific Empire: A Story of Wealth, Ambition, and Survival

by Peter Stark
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  • First Published:
  • Mar 4, 2014, 384 pages
  • Paperback:
  • Feb 2015, 400 pages
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Annette

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I found this book a fast, informative read. It kept me interested while I learned a great deal about the history and understanding of Astor's plan and those he chose to try and accomplish his dream.
Pkcrowley

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Great adventure! Please write more books.
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