Freshwater Fury by Frank Barcus (1966), Wayne State University Press, Hardcover with Dust Jacket
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What happens when the Great Lakes turn wild?
In this gripping history, Frank Barcus uncovers the untold story of the 1913 Great Storm, known as "Black Sunday," through survivors’ own words. He traces the chaos of heroic rescues and heartbreaking losses, painting a vivid picture of nature’s fury and human grit on the Great Lakes.
Specifications
Title: Freshwater Fury
Author: Frank Barcus
Publication Date: 1966
Publisher: Wayne State University Press
Format: Hardcover with Dust Jacket
Genre: History / Maritime
Pages: 166
Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.5 inches
Language: English
Condition: The dust jacket has a small tear. Check the photos for details!
Meet Frank Barcus
Born in 1895 on Milwaukee’s shores, Frank Barcus was a Great Lakes devotee from the start. After years of paddling canoes and logging over 200 voyages, he poured his passion into Freshwater Fury. His sketches and maps bring this 1966 classic to life, honoring the mariners’ tales he cherished.
Barcus’ Ode to the Great Lakes Awaits
This 1966 hardcover is more than a book. It’s a front-row seat to the 1913 storm’s drama, complete with Barcus’ own illustrations. A good fit for history lovers or Lakes enthusiasts, it’s a slice of maritime lore ready for your shelf.
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This 1966 Wayne State University Press hardcover keeps its dust jacket, small tear and all, and it belongs on a Great Lakes maritime history shelf. If it's the right copy for you, it's ready to come home.
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