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The Story of Paul Boyton: Voyages on All the Great Rivers of the World

By Paul Boyton

(3.5 stars) β€’ 10 reviews

A fearless explorer embarks on a series of extraordinary river voyages, clad only in a rubber suit, braving the world's waterways and encountering adventure at every turn.

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2006-09-09
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Summary

"The Story of Paul Boyton: Voyages on All the Great Rivers of the World" by Paul Boyton is a captivating account of a 19th-century adventurer who journeys across the world's rivers. The story follows Paul Boyton's daring expeditions covering over 25,000 miles, equipped with only a specially designed rubber suit. Readers are invited to join Boyton's aquatic adventures, beginning with his childhood escapades along the Allegheny River where, despite his mother's wishes, he hones his skills and love for the water, building boats and forming crews for playful battles. The book, appealing to all ages, chronicles thrilling explorations through diverse landscapes and cultures, as Boyton showcases both his dauntless spirit and sharp wit.

About the Author

Paul Boyton, known as the Fearless Frogman, was a showman and adventurer some credit as having spurred worldwide interest in water sports as a hobby, particularly open-water swimming. Boyton is best known for his water stunts that captivated the world, including crossing the English Channel in a novel rubber suit that functioned similarly to a kayak. As the founder of Sea Lion Park in 1895, Boyton is also known as the originator of the first modern amusement park with a fenced-in enclosure and admission charged at the gate.

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