'Carry On, Mr. Bowditch' tells the inspiring true story of Nathaniel Bowditch, a young boy in 18th century Salem with a passion for mathematics and the sea. Despite facing numerous obstacles, including a challenging childhood and a lack of formal education, Bowditch's determination leads him to become an accomplished navigator and mathematician. His groundbreaking work, 'The New American Practical Navigator,' revolutionizes maritime navigation. Follow Nathaniel's journey of self-discovery and resilience as he defies the odds and shapes a legacy in the world of science. Will he succeed in his dreams, or will the tides of fate alter his course?
By Jean Lee Latham
Published: 2003
""To learn, you must love to learn; to make a life, you must love to live.""
A fictionalized biography of the mathematician and astronomer who realized his childhood desire to become a ship's captain and authored The American Practical Navigator.
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