The Northward Course Of Empire

By Vilhjalmur 1879-1962 Stefansson

Book Overview

The Northward Course of Empire is a non-fiction book written by Vilhjalmur Stefansson, a renowned Arctic explorer and anthropologist. The book is an account of Stefansson's travels and research in the Arctic regions of North America, specifically the Canadian Arctic and Alaska, during the early 20th century.The book is divided into three parts, each focusing on a different aspect of Stefansson's exploration. The first part covers his early expeditions to the Canadian Arctic, where he lived among the Inuit people and learned about their culture and way of life. The second part describes his travels to Alaska, where he studied the native tribes and their customs, as well as the geography and wildlife of the region. The third and final part of the book discusses Stefansson's theories about the history and development of the Arctic region, including his controversial ideas about the origins of the Inuit people.Throughout the book, Stefansson provides detailed descriptions of the landscapes, wildlife, and people he encounters on his travels. He also shares his insights into the challenges of living and working in such a harsh and isolated environment, as well as his reflections on the importance of preserving the Arctic ecosystem and the cultures of the native peoples.Overall, The Northward Course of Empire is a fascinating and informative account of one man's quest to explore and understand the Arctic region, and the people who call it home. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Arctic exploration, anthropology, or environmentalism.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: 1430470445
• ISBN13: 9781430470441
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 0.99 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"