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100	1		_aBowditch, Henry I. _q(Henry Ingersoll), _d1808-1892
245	1	0	_aNat the Navigator. A Life of Nathaniel Bowditch. For Young Persons
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2020
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2020-01-03
508			_aProduced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520			_a"Nat the Navigator. A Life of Nathaniel Bowditch. For Young Persons" by Bowditch is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book narrates the inspiring life story of Nathaniel Bowditch, a prominent figure known for his contributions to navigation and mathematics, who rose from humble beginnings as a poor boy in Massachusetts to a celebrated scholar. It is particularly aimed at young readers, highlighting his intellect, kindness, and determination, aiming to motivate them to emulate his virtues. At the start of the narrative, readers are introduced to Bowditch's early life, detailing his birth in Salem and his formative years in poverty. The text paints a vivid picture of his childhood, characterized by a thirst for knowledge and a supportive family—particularly his mother's emphasis on the importance of truth. Despite facing significant challenges, including his father's decline due to alcoholism and financial hardship, Bowditch's innate curiosity drives him to excel in mathematics and navigation. The opening serves as a foundation for understanding Bowditch's character, setting the stage for his future endeavors and achievements as a navigator and scholar. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aBowditch, Nathaniel, 1773-1838
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/61092
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