Matthew Fontaine Maury : The Pathfinder Of The Seas (Paperback)

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. 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 the original work. ""Matthew Fontaine Maury: The Pathfinder Of The Seas"" is a biography written by Charles Lee Lewis about the life and achievements of Matthew Fontaine Maury, a renowned American naval officer and oceanographer who is considered the father of modern oceanography. The book delves into Maury's early life, his naval career, and his groundbreaking work in oceanography, including his creation of the first oceanographic charts and his pioneering efforts in ocean currents and weather patterns. The book also explores Maury's personal life, including his family, his religious beliefs, and his political views. Through extensive research and analysis, Lewis provides a comprehensive and engaging portrait of this remarkable figure in American history, whose contributions to oceanography and naval science continue to influence our understanding of the oceans and the world around us.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.