A story of exploration and innovation. This is the rich history of the most important navigational device of all time, the magnetic compass, born of the need for a reliable means of negotiating treacherous sea routes around the globe. Compass chronicles the misadventures of those who attempted to perfect the instrument. Part history, part adventure, this book is a compelling tribute to human ingenuity-and the mysteries of the sea. Author: Alan Gurney, 320 pages, softcover |