Trail Blazer of the Seas

Matthew Fontaine Maury's groundbreaking work in oceanography has been immortalized in this comprehensive biography.

As a lieutenant in the US Navy, Maury revolutionized navigation by creating wind and current charts that cut travel time in half for ships following his directions.

His tireless efforts to gather data faced skepticism and opposition, but ultimately led to the success of his charts and the advancement of modern oceanography.

This book provides a warm and lively picture of Maury's achievements and is accompanied by powerful and authentic drawings.

Don't miss out on this fascinating read!