Riverboat by Douglas Hirt is a sweeping historical fiction novel set during the golden age of the Mississippi River. Against the backdrop of one of America’s most iconic waterways, the story follows a cast of characters from every walk of life as they chase their fortunes, escape their pasts and shape the destiny of a nation.
Hirt captures the atmosphere of 19th-century America with vivid detail — the bustling river ports, the towering paddle steamers, and the raw ambition that fuelled expansion along the great Mississippi. Through adventure, hardship and romance, these men and women forge their futures on the unpredictable waters, where every voyage holds the promise of success or disaster.
Perfect for readers who enjoy rich, character-driven sagas set in pivotal moments of history, Riverboat offers an evocative journey into the heart of America’s past, where personal ambition and national destiny collide.
