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Name: The Official Report of the Recent Arctic Expedition (Classic Reprint)
Author: George Strong Nares
ISBN: 9781332025312

George Strong Nares

9781332025312: The Official Report of the Recent Arctic Expedition (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10 : 1332025315 ISBN 13 : 9781332025312

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

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Navigate the perilous Arctic through the eyes of an experienced naval captain as he guides two ships through the middle ice and open seas. This detailed account chronicles the voyage from Upernivick into Baffin’s Bay, the encounter with dense fog, ice floes, and sunken reefs, and the skillful decisions that kept the expedition on course.

The report blends sea navigation, scientific observations, and personal leadership. It covers ice navigation tactics, meteorology and magnetism work, and the challenges of keeping a crew warm, fed, and safe in extreme cold. Read as the voyage unfolds, from dramatic near-groundings to successful passages through the so-called middle ice, with reflections on what these experiences mean for future polar exploration.

Ice navigation through the middle pack in Baffin’s Bay and the lessons learned about open seasons and risks.

Harsh winter conditions, frostbite, and the human effort required to sustain the crew and observers.

Scientific work across magnetism, meteorology, astronomy, and oceanography conducted under extreme conditions.

Observations on wildlife, Eskimo migrations, and the landscape shaped by shifting ice and land elevation.

Ideal for readers of polar exploration, naval history, and scientific expeditions who want a grounded, firsthand view of Arctic travel and discovery.

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�diteur: Forgotten Books
Date d'�dition: 2018
Langue: anglais
ISBN 10: 1332025315
ISBN 13: 9781332025312
Reliure: Broch�
Nombre de pages: 105
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The Official Report of the Recent Arctic Expedition (Classic Reprint)

George Strong Nares

Edit� par Forgotten Books, 2018

ISBN 10 : 1332025315 ISBN 13 : 9781332025312

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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book offers a firsthand account of an expedition to the Arctic, recounting the author's daring journey through treacherous ice and unforgiving weather conditions. The author's vivid descriptions of the Arctic landscape and its challenges transport readers to a world of icy beauty and constant danger. The account is set against a backdrop of prior Arctic expeditions, drawing parallels to the successes and failures of those who came before. Throughout the narrative, the author offers insightful reflections on the nature of ice navigation, emphasizing the role of both human skill and the unpredictable forces of nature in determining the outcome of such perilous ventures. The book provides a fascinating glimpse into the history of Arctic exploration and the enduring human drive to push the boundaries of the known world. 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 r�f. du vendeur 9781332025312_0

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