A definitive biography of Robert J. Flaherty, one of the most influential documentary filmmakers of the 20th century. From his early years as an explorer and prospector to his groundbreaking films such as 'Nanook of the North' and 'Man of Aran', Arthur Calder-Marshall provides a richly detailed portrait of a complex and visionary artist. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.