Across the Barren North follows a canoe voyage of surveying, survival, and discovery from Edmonton to Hudson Bay.
This gripping, firsthand account details a hardy expedition braving extreme weather, icy seas, and the challenges of far-north travel. From careful measurements to close calls with storms, the narrative chronicles how a small team tracked their path across vast, little-known terrain. It captures the practical work of surveying, the tension of uncertain supplies, and the pull of wild landscapes that test every decision and resolve.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book offers an extraordinary firsthand account of a grueling scientific expedition in the late 19th century. Led by the author, a group of explorers embarked on an ambitious three-year journey across the vast and unforgiving Canadian wilderness. Equipped with only rudimentary instruments and basic supplies, they endured extreme weather conditions, navigated treacherous landscapes, and confronted the challenges of scarcity. Through detailed descriptions and personal anecdotes, the author paints a vivid picture of their struggles and triumphs. Readers are immersed in the hardships, camaraderie, and scientific discoveries that shaped this remarkable expedition. The author's meticulous observations and insights provide valuable historical context, casting light on the exploration of the Canadian frontier and the enduring human spirit. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780282530587_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780282530587
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
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Vendeur : Revaluation Books, Exeter, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : Brand New. 26 pages. 9.02x5.98x0.05 inches. In Stock. N° de réf. du vendeur __0282530584
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Vendeur : Revaluation Books, Exeter, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : Brand New. 26 pages. 9.02x5.98x0.05 inches. This item is printed on demand. N° de réf. du vendeur zk0282530584
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