David Hirzel is a maritime historian and author. His passion is early Antarctic exploration, expressed in his books such as the Sailor on Ice series about Tom Crean, one of Shackleton’s hardiest men. When not writing or sailing in San Francisco Bay, David pursues his career in residential architecture. David is a popular guest lecturer for Viking and other cruise lines.
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David is a maritime historian, author, and small business owner living in California. He also runs a small publishing company called Terra Nova Press based in Pacifica, California.
He is also the author of a 3-part biography of Tom Crean, a key player in Scott’s and Shackleton’s Antarctic expeditions.
David is a popular lecturer for Viking and Windstar Cruise Lines. His broad expertise covers Antarctic exploration, wooden ships, maritime adventures and Vikings.
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