Winner of the 1956 Newbery Medal, this novel tells the story of 18th-century mathematical wizard Nathaniel Bowditch, whose determination to master sea navigation resulted in The American Practical Navigator.

Categories

• Biographical - United States
• Historical - United States - 19th Century
• Historical - United States - General

Related Editions

• Paperback (May 19th, 2003): $8.99

Product Details

ISBN: 9780812428254
ISBN-10: 0812428250
Publisher: Perfection Learning
Publication Date: May 1st, 2003
Pages: 251
Language: English

Recommended Reading Level

Minimum Age: 10
Maximum Age: 13
Minimum Grade Level: 5
Maximum Grade Level: 8