Bob Bartlett, Master Mariner

by Fitzhugh Green

Book Overview

Bob Bartlett, Master Mariner is a biography written by Fitzhugh Green about the life of Robert Abram Bartlett, a renowned Arctic explorer and sea captain. The book chronicles Bartlett's early life in Newfoundland, Canada, where he developed a love for the sea and honed his skills as a sailor. It then follows his career as a captain, including his voyages to the Arctic region, where he became known for his bravery and expertise in navigating through treacherous ice fields.The book also delves into Bartlett's personal life, including his relationships with family, friends, and colleagues. It explores his struggles with alcoholism and his eventual recovery, as well as his passion for photography and his efforts to document the natural beauty of the Arctic.Throughout the book, Green paints a vivid picture of Bartlett's life, drawing on a wealth of historical documents and personal accounts to create a compelling and nuanced portrait of this remarkable mariner. With its blend of adventure, history, and personal drama, Bob Bartlett, Master Mariner is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of exploration, the sea, or the Arctic region.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432553771
• ISBN13: 9781432553777
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 264 Pages
• Weight: 0.86 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"