Man Against the Elements: Adolphus W. Greely

by Irving Werstein

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179 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1960

About the author

Irving Werstein was born in Brooklyn, graduated from high school in Richmond Hill, Long Island, and attended New York University. His early career was colorful and varied. It range from working in a radio factory to repairing dolls in a doll hospital. He was a summer comedian in the Catskills, a salesman, a camp counsellor, a straight actor.

But ever since he helped edit his high school newspaper, Irving Werstein wanted to write. He sold his first story in 1938. While serving in an infantry regiment from 1941-1945, he also worked as staff correspondent for Yank. His published work includes numerous magazine stories, television and radio scripts, and an impressive list of books for young adults.

Irving lived abroad in England, Mexico, and Italy until settling in New York City with his wife Goldie and his son Jack, adopted from Belgium. Irving died in 1971.

Reviews

[Lavina · Rating 4 out of 5]

I know very little about American history. I enjoyed reading about a man who has done a lot in his professional life without any training. It's impressive. A man who could inspire others and who did not know how to give up. His work is an indispensable part of history. The book is written quite straight forward without too much fuss.

[Sharon Buxton · Rating 4 out of 5]

A. biography, late 19th, early 20th centuries, soldier, meteorologist (United States Weather Bureau), communications (Signal Corps), explorer (Arctic); fascinating historical figure.