Schwatka's Search: Sledging in the Arctic in Quest of the Franklin Records (eBook)

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2022
192 Seiten
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859-654723816-4 (EAN)

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Schwatka's Search: Sledging in the Arctic in Quest of the Franklin Records - William H. Gilder
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In "Schwatka's Search: Sledging in the Arctic in Quest of the Franklin Records" by William H. Gilder, readers are taken on a thrilling expedition into the heart of the Arctic as they follow Lieutenant Frederick Schwatka's courageous journey to uncover the mystery of Sir John Franklin's lost expedition. Gilder's detailed narrative captures the harsh conditions of the Arctic landscape and the relentless pursuit of expeditions during the Victorian era. Through vivid descriptions and historical accounts, the book immerses readers in the world of polar exploration, highlighting the dangers and triumphs of this daring quest. Gilder's writing style is both informative and engaging, making this book a valuable historical account of Arctic exploration in the 19th century. Gilder, a renowned author and historian with a passion for polar exploration, brings his expertise to the forefront in this compelling narrative. His meticulous research and in-depth knowledge of the subject shine through in his vivid portrayal of Schwatka's search for the Franklin records. Readers interested in adventure, history, and exploration will find "Schwatka's Search" to be a captivating and enlightening read, shedding light on one of the most intriguing chapters in Arctic exploration.

William H. Gilder, a lesser-known yet significant figure in the canon of Arctic exploration literature, made a modest but impactful contribution through his written works. Gilder served as a journalist and second-in-command on Lieutenant Frederick Schwatka's 1878-1880 expedition to the Canadian Arctic. This ambitious journey aimed to resolve the lingering mysteries surrounding the fate of Sir John Franklin's lost expedition of 1845. The fruits of Gilder's labor materialized in his book 'Schwatka's Search: Sledging in the Arctic in Quest of the Franklin Records' (1881), which offers both a meticulous account of the arduous sledging journey and an insight into the indigenous culture and the grave conditions faced by the team. His narrative style combines the factual precision of journalism with a lyrical sensitivity to the desolate beauty of the Arctic landscape, and his observations contributed to the understanding of Arctic geography and ethnography. Gilder's work, while not as widely recognized as that of other explorers and chroniclers of the time, still holds value for its documentary detail and the personal perspective it provides on one of the era's most compelling voyages of discovery.

Erscheint lt. Verlag 5.9.2022
Verlagsort Prague
Sprache englisch
Themenwelt Literatur
Sachbuch/Ratgeber Geschichte / Politik Allgemeines / Lexika
Schlagworte 1786-1847 • 1849-1892 • 19th century classics • Arctic Discovery • Arctic Exploration • Arctic exploration fiction • Arctic regions • Arctic Survival • classic survival narratives • expeditionary tales • exploration narrative • Franklin • Franklin expedition literature • Frederick • Geography General • historical adventure • Historical adventure novels • icebound wilderness fiction • John • Lost expedition • naval history in literature • polar exploration • Schwatka • Search for Franklin • Shipwreck mystery • sledging adventure stories • Victorian era exploration accounts • Victorian Exploration
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