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Carry On, Mr. Bowditch
Children's historical fiction
Carry On, Mr. Bowditch
Nathaniel Bowditch grows up in eighteenth-century Salem determined to master mathematics and navigation despite limited formal education. Apprenticeships, sea voyages, illness, and relentless study lead him toward the work that will make his practical guide invaluable to sailors. His journey is driven less by fame than by a desire to make difficult knowledge usable for others. Admirable and adventurous, this biography-in-novel-form suits readers who enjoy maritime history, self-education, perseverance, and a young person turning curiosity into service.
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