Author
J. W. Boddam-Whetham
John Whetham Boddam-Whetham was a nineteenth-century English naturalist, traveler, and first-class cricketer.
- Lived
- 1843–1918
- Nationality
- English
- Era
- Victorian
- Language
- English
John Whetham Boddam-Whetham was an English naturalist, traveler, and first-class cricketer who lived during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Born in 1843, his pursuits spanned both scientific observation and athletic endeavors.
As a traveler and naturalist, Boddam-Whetham explored the natural world, combining his observations with a passion for discovery. He was also an active sportsman, competing in first-class cricket during his lifetime. He passed away in 1918, representing the classic Victorian tradition of the multi-talented gentleman explorer.
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