Author: Bayard TaylorPublisher: BoD – Books on Demand
ISBN: 3385419514
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 874
Book Description
Reprint of the original, first published in 1882.
Northern Travel. Summer and Winter Pictures Sweden, Denmark and Lapland
Author: Bayard TaylorPublisher: BoD – Books on Demand
ISBN: 3385419514
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 874
Book Description
Reprint of the original, first published in 1882.
Northern Travel Summer And Winter Pictures Of Sweden, Denmark And Lapland
Author: Bayard TaylorPublisher: Double 9 Books
ISBN: 9789364286398
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"The Northern Whale Fishery" by William Scoresby is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the 19th-century whaling industry in the Arctic regions, presented through a blend of adventure, economic analysis, environmental impact, and cultural context. At its core, the book delves into the whaling industry, offering meticulous details on the techniques and technologies employed in hunting and processing whales. Scoresby, drawing from his extensive experience as a whaler and captain, provides vivid descriptions of the harpooning of whales amidst the icy waters of the Arctic, highlighting the perilous nature of the profession and the bravery required by sailors. "The Northern Whale Fishery" is not just a historical account but a captivating adventure story, where daring exploits and survival instincts are tested against the backdrop of Arctic wilderness. In essence, "The Northern Whale Fishery" stands as a testament to Scoresby's dual role as a pioneering explorer and meticulous chronicler of Arctic maritime history. His work continues to inform and inspire research into the economic, environmental, and cultural dimensions of whaling in the 19th century Arctic, offering a profound glimpse into a bygone era of maritime adventure and scientific discovery.
Northern Travel
Author: Bayard TaylorPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Denmark
Languages : en
Pages : 546
Book Description
Northern Travel ...
Author: Bayard TaylorCatalogue of the State Library of Massachusetts
Author: State Library of MassachusettsPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Bibliography
Languages : en
Pages : 1068
Book Description
A Hand-book for Travellers in Denmark, Norway, Sweden and Iceland
Author: John Murray (Firm)Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Denmark
Languages : en
Pages : 494
Book Description
Potter's American Monthly
Author: Cyclopaedia of American literature, by E. A. and G. L. Duyckinck
Author: Evert Augustus DuyckinckPublisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 1010
Book Description
Tent Life in Siberia, and Adventures Among the Koraks and Other Tribes in Kamtchatka and Northern Asia. ... New Edition
Author: George KennanCatalogue of the New York Free Circulating Library, George Bruce Branch
Author: New York Free Circulating Library. George Bruce BranchPublisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 234
Book Description