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Author Kane, Elisha Kent, 1820-1857
Editor Kephart, Horace, 1862-1931
Title Adrift in the Arctic ice pack : from the history of the first U.S. Grinnell Expedition in search of Sir John Franklin
Series Title Outing adventure library ; no. 5.
Credits Produced by Tom Cosmas from files obtained at The Internet Archive.
Summary "Adrift in the Arctic Ice Pack: From the History of the First U.S. Grinnell Expedition in Search of Sir John Franklin" by Elisha Kent Kane is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book chronicles the U.S. Grinnell expedition, which sought to find Sir John Franklin and his crew after their ill-fated journey in the Arctic. It delves into the challenges faced by the expedition team as they navigate the treacherous ice and relentless cold of the Arctic environment. The opening of the narrative introduces the reader to the context of the expedition, detailing the disappearance of Franklin's ships in 1845 and the subsequent search efforts. Dr. Kane recounts his swift detachment from the Coast Survey to join the expedition, highlighting the unexpected nature of their journey and the rudimentary conditions in which they were forced to travel. As the expedition makes progress through the icy waters, they encounter not only the physical challenges of navigating the treacherous ice pack but also the camaraderie and spirit of adventure that drive them forward in their quest. The early chapters set the stage for an engaging tale of perseverance and exploration amidst one of nature's most formidable environments. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class G: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation
Subject Arctic regions
Subject Franklin, John, 1786-1847
Subject Grinnell Expedition (1st : 1850-1851)
Category Text
EBook-No. 47857
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Mar 17, 2015
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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