Arctic Searching Expedition V1

Arctic Searching Expedition V1

John Richardson

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2008
Materia
Viajes y vacaciones
ISBN:
9781436780766
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Arctic Searching Expedition V1: A Journal Of A Boat-Voyage Through Ruperts Land And The Arctic Sea (1851) is a non-fiction book written by John Richardson. The book is a detailed account of the author’s journey through the Arctic Sea and Ruperts Land, during an expedition to search for Sir John Franklin and his crew, who had gone missing while attempting to navigate the Northwest Passage.The book is divided into several chapters, each describing the various stages of the journey, including the departure from England, the arrival in Ruperts Land, and the exploration of the Arctic Sea. The author provides a vivid description of the harsh conditions and challenges faced by the expedition, including the extreme cold, rough seas, and the constant threat of starvation.The book also includes detailed descriptions of the local flora and fauna, as well as the indigenous people encountered during the journey. The author provides an insightful perspective on the culture and way of life of the Inuit people, including their hunting and fishing techniques, clothing, and social customs.Overall, Arctic Searching Expedition V1: A Journal Of A Boat-Voyage Through Ruperts Land And The Arctic Sea (1851) is a fascinating and informative account of a historic expedition, written by a knowledgeable and experienced explorer. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in Arctic exploration, history, and culture.In Search Of The Discovery Ships Under Command Of Sir John Franklin. With An Appendix On The Physical Geography Of North America. In Two Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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