| Author |
Franklin, John, 1786-1847 |
| Author of introduction, etc. |
Scott, Robert Falcon, 1868-1912 |
| Title |
The Journey to the Polar Sea
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 60.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Sue Asscher
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| Summary |
"The Journey to the Polar Sea" by Sir John Franklin is a historical account written in the early 19th century that chronicles the adventures and expeditions undertaken by Franklin as he explores northern Canada. The book delves into the significant challenges and discoveries made by Franklin and his crew while navigating through the harsh realities of the Arctic environment, leading ultimately to the search for the North-West Passage. At the start of the narrative, the reader is introduced to Franklin's expedition in May 1819, as he embarks from England aboard the ship "Prince of Wales" with a determined crew. The opening details the precursory actions leading to the journey, including the difficulties of recruiting crew members and preparations for the arduous trek ahead. Franklin reflects on their course, describing various encounters and experiences with the land and its indigenous peoples, as well as the tentatively measured progress through a land marked by danger and uncertainty. Themes of exploration, camaraderie, and survival begin to unfold through vivid descriptions of the challenges faced, setting the tone for the adventures and discoveries that follow in the polar seas. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
G: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation
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| Subject |
Northwest Passage
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| Subject |
Arctic regions -- Discovery and exploration -- British
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| Subject |
Canada, Northern -- Description and travel
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| Subject |
Franklin, John, 1786-1847 -- Diaries
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| Subject |
Explorers -- Great Britain -- Diaries
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
13518 |
| Release Date |
Sep 24, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
May 31, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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