Reading rank 411
Blood and Thunder
, subject: book, 2006
David’s recommendation for an audiobook about Kit Carson and the American West.
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Coverage Score
1
Scored evidence
About the book
Beginning with the Army of the West’s 1846 march through Santa Fe, this narrative history follows Carson as trapper, scout and soldier across more than three decades. It examines the tension between his knowledge of Native peoples and the orders he carried out against them.
Why read it
Best if you want the Western-history audiobook David recommends in his Mark Twain episode.
Key themes
- Kit Carson at the center
- An audiobook recommendation
Evidence and original sources
Source: official Founders episode — #312
This record is supported by 1 public evidence rows linked to original Founders episodes.
- Mark Twain — David calls Blood and Thunder a great audiobook and a fascinating read.