About the Author

John Gribbin and Mary Gribbin are visiting fellows at the University of Sussex. John Gribbin has long been interested in the weather and is a fellow of the Royal Meteorological Society. Mary Gribbin has a special interest in exploration and is a fellow of the Royal Geographical Society. Together they have written many books on science topics.

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"[A] superb and moving biography." Toby Green, Independent
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"[The] finely drawn portrait that emerges from FitzRoy is of a very British hero in the mould of Nelson, who sacrificed his health and personal fortune in the service of his country." Gavin Bell, Daily Telegraph
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"[A] superb and moving biography." Toby Green, "Independent"
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"[A] superb and moving biography."-- Toby Green, "Independent"

"ÝA¨ superb and moving biography."--Toby Green, "Independent"

"[A] superb and moving biography."--Toby Green, "Independent"

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