The Swan and Her Crew / or The Adventures of Three Young Naturalists and Sportsmen on the Broads and Rivers of Norfolk

Name: The Swan and Her Crew / or The Adventures of Three Young Naturalists and Sportsmen on the Broads and Rivers of Norfolk
Author: G. Christopher Davies

By G. Christopher Davies

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About This Book

Three boys undertake exploratory cruises among the lakes, rivers, and marshes of the Norfolk Broads, combining hands-on boatbuilding and sailing with field observation and specimen collecting. They construct a small yacht, fish and hawk, study birds, butterflies, ferns, and aquatic life, and keep detailed notes and cases of natural history. Episodes range from quiet scientific pursuits to perilous sails, encounters with poachers, capsizes, rescues, winter ice hazards, and regatta races. Practical instructions, natural-history explanations, and numerous illustrations are interwoven with episodic outdoor adventures.

About the Author

G. Christopher Davies

G. Christopher Davies was an author known for his contributions to literature focused on the natural beauty and recreational opportunities of East Anglia, particularly Norfolk and Suffolk. His notable works include "The Handbook to the Rivers and Broads of Norfolk & Suffolk," which serves as a practical guide for exploring the region's waterways, and "The Swan and Her Crew / or The Adventures of Three Young Naturalists and Sportsmen on the Broads and Rivers of Norfolk," a narrative that combines adventure with a love for nature. Through his writings, Davies captures the essence of the English landscape and the joys of outdoor pursuits.