The Discovery Of The Northwest Passage, 1850-1854 (1857)

By Robert McClure and Robert John Le Mesurier McClure

Book Overview

The Discovery of the Northwest Passage, 1850-1854 is a historical account of the expedition led by Robert John Le Mesurier McClure in search of the elusive Northwest Passage. The book, published in 1857, details the challenges and triumphs of the crew as they navigated the treacherous Arctic waters, battled harsh weather conditions, and encountered native Inuit communities. McClure's expedition was the first to successfully navigate the entire length of the Northwest Passage, a feat that had eluded explorers for centuries. The book includes detailed descriptions of the crew's encounters with various Arctic wildlife, such as polar bears and walruses, and their struggles with scurvy and other illnesses. In addition to the narrative of the expedition, the book also includes detailed maps and illustrations of the Arctic region, providing a visual representation of the journey. The Discovery of the Northwest Passage, 1850-1854 is a fascinating account of one of the most significant explorations in Arctic history, and a testament to the bravery and perseverance of the crew.From The Logs And Journals Of Captain Robert Le M. McClure.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165131617
• ISBN13: 9781165131617
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 504 Pages
• Weight: 1.47 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"