The Log Of Bob Bartlett
The True Story Of Forty Years Of Seafaring And Exploration
Description:... The Log of Bob Bartlett is a non-fiction book that tells the true story of Robert A. Bartlett's forty years of seafaring and exploration. Bartlett was a renowned Arctic explorer and captain who sailed through some of the most treacherous waters in the world. The book is a collection of his personal journals, which he kept throughout his career, detailing his adventures and experiences at sea.The Log of Bob Bartlett is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of Bartlett's life. The first section covers his early years, growing up in Newfoundland and learning to sail. The following sections detail his expeditions to the Arctic, including his famous voyage to the North Pole in 1909. Bartlett's encounters with polar bears and other wildlife are also described in vivid detail.Throughout the book, Bartlett's love for the sea and his respect for its power and unpredictability are evident. He describes the challenges of navigating through ice floes and storms, and the camaraderie of life aboard a ship. The book also includes photographs and illustrations that bring Bartlett's adventures to life.The Log of Bob Bartlett is a fascinating account of a life spent at sea, filled with adventure, danger, and discovery. It offers a unique glimpse into the world of Arctic exploration and the courage and determination required to navigate its icy waters.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.
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