Arctic Explorations And Discoveries During The Nineteenth Century: Being Detailed Accounts Of The Several Expeditions To The North Seas

Arctic Explorations and Discoveries During the Nineteenth Century is a comprehensive book that provides detailed accounts of various expeditions to the North Seas. Written by Samuel M. Smucker, the book covers the exploration of the Arctic region from the early 1800s to the end of the century. It includes information on expeditions led by famous explorers such as Sir John Franklin, Sir William Parry, and Elisha Kent Kane. The book details the challenges and hardships faced by these explorers, including harsh weather conditions, starvation, and encounters with hostile indigenous populations. In addition to the narratives of the expeditions themselves, the book also includes information on the scientific discoveries and geographical knowledge gained during these explorations. With vivid descriptions and a wealth of historical information, Arctic Explorations and Discoveries During the Nineteenth Century is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of Arctic exploration.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.

• | Author: Samuel M. Smucker
• | Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• | Publication Date: Apr 10, 2007
• | Number of Pages: 666 pages
• | Binding: Paperback or Softback
• | ISBN-10: 1432519603
• | ISBN-13: 9781432519605