David Zane Mairowitz Williwaw

David Zane Mairowitz

Williwaw tells the gripping story of naturalist Georg Steller, who embarked on Bering's ill-fated 1741 expedition from Siberia to Alaska. During this perilous journey, Bering and many sailors succumbed to scurvy after their ship was stranded for nine months. Despite the hardships, Steller made significant discoveries, identifying numerous new animal species, though he was unable to return any specimens to Russia.

This dramatic production features a talented cast, including Adam Godley as Steller, Ewan Hooper as Vitus Bering, and Bruce Purchase as Lt Waxell. The term 'Williwaw' refers to a sudden, violent gust of cold land air, often experienced along the mountainous coasts of high latitudes.

This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.