Born the runt of his litter and gambled away to a rusty old river man, the Newfoundland pup Seaman doesn't imagine his life will be marked by any kind of glory. But when he meets Captain Meriwether Lewis, Seaman finds himself on a path that will make history. Lewis is setting off on his landmark search for the Northwest Passage, and he takes Seaman along. Sharing the curiosity and spirit of his new master, the intrepid dog proves himself a valuable companion at every turn. Part history, part science--and all adventure--this is the thrilling tale of America's greatest journey of discovery.
Includes an author's note and a reader's guide.

Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin
Published: 09/01/2008
ISBN: 9780152026967
Pages: 304
Weight: 0.35lbs
Size: 6.80h x 4.20w x 0.80d
Award: Parents Choice Award (Spring) (1998-2007) - Winner
Award: Sasquatch Award - Nominee
Award: Flicker Tale Children's Book Award - Nominee
Accelerated Reader Quiz #/Name: 32520 / Captain's Dog
Reading Level: 5.8 / Interest Level: Middle Grade Plus / Point Value: 8