David W. (David William) Bone

Born in Glasgow in 1874, David W. Bone was a Scottish master mariner who became known both for his long career at sea and for his nautical fiction. He sailed from a young age, later rose through the merchant service, and was closely associated with the Anchor Line. His experience as a working seaman gave his writing an easy confidence and a strong sense of shipboard life.

Bone is best remembered for sea stories and novels such as The Brassbounder, along with nonfiction writing about merchant service in wartime. He was also recognized for his public service to British shipping, and was knighted late in his career. Readers who enjoy practical detail, sailor talk, and the rhythm of life aboard ship often find his work especially appealing.

He died in 1959. A suitable verified portrait image could not be confirmed from the sources I checked, so no profile image is included.