"Sea Clocks: The Story of Longitude" by Louise Borden explores the historical challenge of determining longitude at sea—a problem that plagued sailors for centuries. The narrative centers on the quest for a reliable method to find one’s position while navigating the vast ocean. It highlights the lives of key figures like John Harrison, who invented the marine chronometer, and the struggles they faced against skepticism and scientific obstacles. Blending adventure with historical facts, the book illustrates the triumph of ingenuity and perseverance in solving one of history’s most significant maritime mysteries, ultimately transforming sea travel forever. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is the winner of numerous awards

There are 48 pages in this book. This book was published in 2008 by National Maritime Museum .

The author Louise Borden writes many of her highly regarded children's books about historical moments that she finds inspiring. She lives with her husband, Pete, in Terrace Park, Ohio. Visit her website at www. louiseborden. com.