Author
David Binney Putnam
1913-1992
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Books by David Binney Putnam
David goes voyaging
"David Goes Voyaging" by David Binney Putnam is a children's adventure book written in the early 20th century, specifically in the mid-1920s. This unique account recounts the experiences of a young boy, David, as he embarks on an expedition aboard the research vessel Arcturus, exploring the Galápagos Islands and the Pacific Ocean. Written from David's perspective, the book covers themes of exploration, education, and the wonders of nature. In his narrative, David shares his journey filled with awe and excitement, detailing encounters with various marine and terrestrial life, including sea lions, giant lizards, and unique fish species. He vividly describes the scientific research conducted aboard the ship, including deep-sea dredging and collecting specimens, while also recounting the adventures and challenges faced during their travels. The book captures the spirit of curiosity and discovery, making it an engaging read for young audiences interested in animals, nature, and exploration. David's reflections, accompanied by illustrations, create a charming picture of his youthful adventures in a world filled with wonder.
David goes to Greenland
"David Goes to Greenland" by David Binney Putnam is a narrative travelogue written in the early 20th century. The book follows the young protagonist, David, as he embarks on an adventurous expedition to Greenland with a team led by Captain Bob Bartlett, an experienced Arctic navigator. The work aims to document David's experiences in a remote part of the world while engaging in scientific endeavors, such as a quest to collect specimens for a museum. At the start of the narrative, David is excitedly preparing for the Greenland trip, reflecting on his previous adventures and the thrill of exploration. The opening captures the anticipation and preparations involved as David and a diverse crew, including friends and experienced sailors, set sail from New York. It introduces both the challenges of sailing and the unique opportunities for learning and adventure that await them in the Arctic, setting the stage for a captivating tale of exploration, camaraderie, and encounters with nature and indigenous cultures.
Dawid se reis na Groenland
"Dawid se reis na Groenland" by David Binney Putnam is a nonfiction travel narrative written in the early 20th century. It follows a teenage boy’s first‑person account of a summer expedition aboard the schooner Morrissey under Captain Bob Bartlett, collecting specimens and film in Arctic Greenland while meeting Eskimo communities and navigating ice, storms, and wildlife. The tone mixes lively adventure with practical, educational detail aimed at curious young readers. The opening of this account sets the scene with Captain Bartlett’s foreword praising David’s grit and explaining the book’s purpose: to inspire boys toward outdoor challenge. David then describes refitting the Morrissey, introducing the crew, gear, and radio, and their celebratory send‑off from Long Island Sound before rough weather, seasickness, and thunderstorms on the run to Nova Scotia and through the Strait of Belle Isle, where they meet their first icebergs and pack‑ice. After shipboard lectures, films, and ice navigation drills, they reach Greenland: at Holsteinsborg they land Professor Hobbs for glacial studies, trade and film, then move on to Disko (Godhavn) and Proven to barter for kamiks, ivory carvings, and model kayaks while avoiding taking essentials. In Upernivik they watch expert kayak‑rolling (and see Robert Peary Jr. dunked), help feed sled dogs, and visit eider‑duck islands to gather down, eggs, and specimens amid traces of old whalers. Crossing Melville Bay unusually easily, they water from a glacier at Cape York, trade for a kayak, net little auks, stalk seals, and rope down sea cliffs for eggs and nests. This opening section ends as the Morrissey, searching for local hunters near Northumberland Island, strikes a hidden rock in calm conditions and the crew scrambles to respond.