Sailing the Ohio River: A Historic Pilgrimage of a Thousand Miles by Boat from Redstone to Cairo by Reuben Gold Thwaites is a fascinating narrative of travel along the Ohio River in the 19th century. The author describes his impressions and interactions with nature, local people and historical sites during his journey, which lasted a thousand miles. This book not only reveals to the reader the uniqueness of the Ohio River and life on its banks, but also gives an opportunity to immerse yourself in the history and culture of this region of America. Various adventures, encounters and impressions of the author make this book an exciting read for all fans of history and travel.