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Morning of Fire: America's Epic First Journey into the Pacific (Paperback)

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Morning of Fire by Scott Ridley is the thrilling story of 18th century American explorer and expeditioner John Kedrick as he journeyed  for land and trade in the Pacific. Set against the backdrop of one of the most exciting and uncertain times in world history, John Kendrick’s odyssey aboard his sailing ship Lady Washington carries him from the shores of New England across the unexplored waters of the Pacific Northwest to the contentious ports of  China and the war-ravaged islands of Hawaii, all while avoiding intrigues and traps from the British and the Spanish. Morning of Fire is riveting  American and naval history that brings the era of George Washington, John Adams, and Thomas Jefferson gloriously alive—a tale of danger, adventure, and discovery that  fans of Nathaniel Philbrick will not want to miss.

About the Author


Descended from a long line of New England sailors and shipbuilders, Scott Ridley has written for the New Republic, The Nation, Newsday, the Denver Post, and other publications. He lives with his family in East Harwich, Massachusetts.

Praise For…


“Scott Ridley brings to life a fascinating and largely forgotten episode in the United States’ early maritime history. A tale of exploration, desperation, and outrageous ambition, Morning of Fire is a terrific and meticulously researched read.” — Nathaniel Philbrick, bestselling author of Sea of Glory and In The Heart of the Sea

“Scott Ridley’s work on John Kendrick and his voyages to the Northwest, Hawaii, and Canton mark an important contribution to the unfolding story of the relationship between America and China...A great story.” — John Pomfret, The Washington Post, author of Chinese Lessons: Five Classmates and the Story of the New China

“Compelling.... An edge-of-your-seat adventure about a piece of history you might not know much about.” — Cape Cod Times

“A tale of maritime adventure, intrigue and high-stakes diplomacy... Solid.... Important.” — Kirkus Reviews


Product Details
ISBN: 9780061700194
ISBN-10: 0061700193
Publisher: William Morrow Paperbacks
Publication Date: December 6th, 2011
Pages: 464
Language: English