Northwest Passage Solo
- ISBN-10
- 1574093525
- ISBN-13
- 9781574093520
- Category
- Canada, Northern
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2014-03-03
- Publisher
- Sheridan House
- Author
- David Scott Cowper
Description
David Scott Cowper was the first man to circumnavigate the globe via the Northwest passage single-handed. He faced many dangers and delays including impenetrable pack-ice, leaks and the eventual sinking and salvage of his boat, but with his persevering spirit he was able to successfully complete his journey.
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