The Oregon Trail: A New American Journey
The Oregon Trail: A New American Journey
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2015
Book Brief
The Oregon Trail: A New American Journey
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2015464
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
The Oregon Trail • 2010s
2015
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Oregon Trail: A New American Journey by Rinker Buck is a nonfiction work detailing Buck's journey traversing the historic Oregon Trail in a covered wagon pulled by mules. Accompanied by his brother Nick and a dog named Olive Oyl, Buck undertakes the treacherous two-thousand-mile trek from Missouri to Oregon, encountering various hardships and providing an extensive historical context of the trail and its impact on American expansion. Sensitive topics include the premature death of the author’s father.
Adventurous
Informative
Contemplative
Nostalgic
Inspirational
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Review Roundup
The Oregon Trail: A New American Journey by Rinker Buck has received mixed reviews. Many readers appreciate the blend of historical insight and personal narrative, praising Buck's engaging writing style and humor. However, some critics point out that the pacing can be uneven, with certain sections feeling overly detailed. Despite this, it’s generally seen as an informative and entertaining read.
Who Should Read The Oregon Trail: A New American Journey?
Adventure enthusiasts and history buffs who appreciated Bill Bryson's A Walk in the Woods or Cheryl Strayed's Wild will find Rinker Buck's The Oregon Trail: A New American Journey captivating. Buck blends a modern road trip with rich historical insights, ideal for readers fascinated by American pioneer history and personal discovery.
17,156 ratings
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Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
The Oregon Trail • 2010s
2015
Adult
18+ years
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