Narrative of an Attempt to Reach the North Pole In Boats Fitted for the Purpose, and Attached to His Majesty's Ship Hecla, in the Year MDCCCXXVII, under the Command of Captain William Edward Parry |
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| Author:
| Parry, William Edward |
| Series title: | Cambridge Library Collection - Polar Exploration Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-107-28098-4 |
| Publication Date: | Oct 2014 |
| Publisher: | Cambridge University Press
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| Book Format: | Digital download and online |
| List Price: | USD $85.00 |
Book Description:
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A leading Arctic navigator, William Edward Parry (1790-1855) set out to reach the North Pole in 1826. Using sledge-boats, his expedition attained a record latitude that stood for nearly fifty years. This illustrated account, published in 1828, offers insights into the nature of Arctic travel, exploration and survival.
A leading Arctic navigator, William Edward Parry (1790-1855) set out to reach the North Pole in 1826. Using sledge-boats, his expedition attained a record latitude that stood for nearly fifty years. This illustrated account, published in 1828, offers insights into the nature of Arctic travel, exploration and survival.