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Journal of a Voyage of Discovery to the Arctic Regions, Performed 1818, in His Majesty's Ship Alexander, Wm. Edw. Parry, Esq. Lieut. and Commander

  • Paperback
  • Publisher: Cambridge University Press
  • 14 x 21.6 x 0.8 cm

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For history buffs interested in Arctic exploration

Details the challenges faced during the North-West Passage

You will gain insight into early Arctic adventures

This captivating journal recounts a historic Arctic expedition in 1818.
This journal, published in 1819 and generally attributed to Alexander Fisher, assistant surgeon of the Alexander, describes Sir John Ross' abortive expedition to search for the North-West Passage. Ross' own report of the voyage (also reissued in this series) was highly controversial, and William Edward Parry (1790-1855), who had commanded the Alexander, was sent by the Admiralty early in 1819 to continue the mission instead of his former superior. Fisher's account, which he insists is 'strictly true', begins with details of the generous provisions and special cold-weather equipment on the ships (including a form of central heating, and wolf-skin blankets issued gratis to all personnel). He vividly describes Baffin Bay, icebergs, and 'dismal' black cliffs, identified by regular compass bearings. Later, the author expresses surprise at Ross' ship turning around and leaving Lancaster Sound, although no land was visible ahead; this incriminating detail may explain Fisher's preference for anonymity.
Journal of a Voyage of Discovery to the Arctic Regions, Performed 1818, in His Majesty's Ship Alexander, Wm. Edw. Parry, Esq. Lieut. and Commander and I, Julian
I, JulianJournal of a Voyage of Discovery to the Arctic Regions, Performed 1818, in His Majesty's Ship Alexander, Wm. Edw. Parry, Esq. Lieut. and Commander
  • Author

    Alexander Fisher

  • Book Format

    Paperback

  • Publisher

    Cambridge University Press

  • Published

    December 2011

  • Weight

    173g

  • Dimensions

    14 x 21.6 x 0.8 cm

  • ISBN

    9781108042246

  • ISBN-10

    1108042244

  • Eden Code

    5031290

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