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Sailing the Norfolk Broads Adventures with Arthur

Sailing the Norfolk Broads Adventures with Arthur

By: Arthur Henry Patterson
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 Join Arthur Henry Patterson on an enchanting journey through the picturesque waterways of Broadland aboard his charmingly clumsy boat, The Walrus. Acquired for just £2 from His Majestys Custom House after the unfortunate sinking of the coal-ketch Crocus, this leaky vessel becomes the heart of Arthurs maritime adventures. As he navigates the serene waters, Arthur shares captivating stories of the flora and fauna that surround him, engaging in delightful conversations with a riverside philosopher and even the ghost of St. Benets Abbey. A self-taught naturalist and passionate chronicler of his beloved Norfolk Broads, Arthur, often writing under the pen name John Knowlittle, has left a legacy of insightful observations about the local wildlife. So, set sail with Arthur and immerse yourself in the beauty and wonder of nature at a leisurely pace.Copyright Nature and Animals Art Literary History & Criticism Social Sciences World
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  • 016 - Chapter 15 - Then Oulton and Home

    016 - Chapter 15 - Then Oulton and Home
    Feb 3 2026
    Join Arthur Henry Patterson on an enchanting journey through the picturesque waterways of Broadland aboard his charmingly clumsy boat, The Walrus. Acquired for just £2 from His Majestys Custom House after the unfortunate sinking of the coal-ketch Crocus, this leaky vessel becomes the heart of Arthurs maritime adventures. As he navigates the serene waters, Arthur shares captivating stories of the flora and fauna that surround him, engaging in delightful conversations with a riverside philosopher and even the ghost of St. Benets Abbey. A self-taught naturalist and passionate chronicler of his beloved Norfolk Broads, Arthur, often writing under the pen name John Knowlittle, has left a legacy of insightful observations about the local wildlife. So, set sail with Arthur and immerse yourself in the beauty and wonder of nature at a leisurely pace.
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    22 mins
  • 015 - Chapter 14 - By Willow-Tree Waters

    015 - Chapter 14 - By Willow-Tree Waters
    Feb 3 2026
    Join Arthur Henry Patterson on an enchanting journey through the picturesque waterways of Broadland aboard his charmingly clumsy boat, The Walrus. Acquired for just £2 from His Majestys Custom House after the unfortunate sinking of the coal-ketch Crocus, this leaky vessel becomes the heart of Arthurs maritime adventures. As he navigates the serene waters, Arthur shares captivating stories of the flora and fauna that surround him, engaging in delightful conversations with a riverside philosopher and even the ghost of St. Benets Abbey. A self-taught naturalist and passionate chronicler of his beloved Norfolk Broads, Arthur, often writing under the pen name John Knowlittle, has left a legacy of insightful observations about the local wildlife. So, set sail with Arthur and immerse yourself in the beauty and wonder of nature at a leisurely pace.
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    23 mins
  • 014 - Chapter 13 - On Norwich River

    014 - Chapter 13 - On Norwich River
    Feb 3 2026
    Join Arthur Henry Patterson on an enchanting journey through the picturesque waterways of Broadland aboard his charmingly clumsy boat, The Walrus. Acquired for just £2 from His Majestys Custom House after the unfortunate sinking of the coal-ketch Crocus, this leaky vessel becomes the heart of Arthurs maritime adventures. As he navigates the serene waters, Arthur shares captivating stories of the flora and fauna that surround him, engaging in delightful conversations with a riverside philosopher and even the ghost of St. Benets Abbey. A self-taught naturalist and passionate chronicler of his beloved Norfolk Broads, Arthur, often writing under the pen name John Knowlittle, has left a legacy of insightful observations about the local wildlife. So, set sail with Arthur and immerse yourself in the beauty and wonder of nature at a leisurely pace.
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    24 mins
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