Download PDF The Frozen Frontier Polar Bound through the Northwest Passage Jane Maufe 9781472935724 Books
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The Northwest Passage proved so elusive for so long that many sailors and explorers believed it didn't actually exist. A sea route connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans through the Arctic archipelago, it wasn't until Roald Amundsen's 1903–06 voyage that the Northwest Passage's existence was finally proved, but the transit is treacherous and entirely dependent upon the ice giving up its grip for sufficient time to allow vessels through. This is not a journey undertaken by average sailors in small boats.
But David Scott Cowper, 74, is no ordinary sailor. There are seven possible routes through the Northwest Passage, and Cowper had sailed through four of them singlehanded. This is the account of the fifth and most northerly--from ocean to ocean through the McClure Strait--and the sixth, the return voyage, both times accompanied by Jane Maufe as his crew.
The account of the voyage is written by Jane and she captures Cowper's steely determination, resourcefulness in the face of adversity, and humility in the wake of great achievement. Theirs is an old-fashioned relationship, where each party expects to fulfill their stereotypical roles. But Jane is no push-over--she can steer a watch, haul large diesel cans, and leap ashore slippery pontoons with heavy ropes like the best of them.
As well as a captivating story of adventurous voyaging it provides a fascinating insight into the relationship between two serious and dedicated sailors, alone together in some of the most isolated and forbidding desolate wastes on earth. It is a relationship built on respect and high expectations, mutual ambition, and also self-sacrifice; the book is a uniquely revealing and charming account.
Download PDF The Frozen Frontier Polar Bound through the Northwest Passage Jane Maufe 9781472935724 Books
"Frozen Frontier Polar Bound is now one of my most favorite reads. This is a rare book that will not let me put it down after I started! Author Jane is is a natural born writer with an amazing ability to make me feel right there with her. The technical information she was giving about all phases of her adventure was so understandable,her use of English language so creative and observation and attention to detail amazing.
Kindle does not have the beautiful photos that print book has so I have both.
When I think of her accomplishment as crew and first woman thru last NW Passage that Captain David Scott Cowper has mastered, is astounding. This has to be a Best Seller and I await her next book!"
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The Frozen Frontier Polar Bound through the Northwest Passage Jane Maufe 9781472935724 Books Reviews :
The Frozen Frontier Polar Bound through the Northwest Passage Jane Maufe 9781472935724 Books Reviews
- Frozen Frontier Polar Bound is now one of my most favorite reads. This is a rare book that will not let me put it down after I started! Author Jane is is a natural born writer with an amazing ability to make me feel right there with her. The technical information she was giving about all phases of her adventure was so understandable,her use of English language so creative and observation and attention to detail amazing.
does not have the beautiful photos that print book has so I have both.
When I think of her accomplishment as crew and first woman thru last NW Passage that Captain David Scott Cowper has mastered, is astounding. This has to be a Best Seller and I await her next book! - As a solo adventurer with dreams beyond my experience I am a big fan of David and Polar Bound. When I saw Jane's book I grabbed it immediately... expecting a real treat to travel vicariously by David's side. I was not disappointed.
Jane is a very talented writer and story teller, putting the reader into the action...whether it be the drudge of climbing into a deep locker or the apprehension of leaping on to an icy dock while holding the lines. Jane also has a great sense of humor.
So to David and Jane, thanks for the journey. - Excellent review of two transits of the NW Passage by a well known maritime explorer and his female crew. Up to date information on this new cruising destination by expert sailors.
- Item arrived as described when promised. I would be happy to do business with them again.
- Interesting insights into life with an arctic adventurer.
- This book is more about a dysfunctional relationship than about arctic travels.
- Book was well written but I was disappointed with the contents. I met the couple this year in Petersburg, AK and that prompted me to order book.
- Not enough interesting details. Too munh whining about cooking, spilled tea and heavy cushions.
