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Journal of a Third Voyage for the Discovery of a Northwest Passage From the Atlantic to the Pacific;

Journal of a Third Voyage for the Discovery of a Northwest Passage From the Atlantic to the Pacific;

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ISBN10: 1023734281
ISBN13: 9781023734288
Publisher: Hutson Street Press
Published: May 22 2025
Pages: 396
Weight: 1.22
Height: 0.81 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English

“Journal of a Third Voyage for the Discovery of a Northwest Passage” recounts Captain William Edward Parry's 1824-25 Arctic expedition aboard HMS Hecla and Fury. This detailed journal offers a firsthand account of the challenges and discoveries encountered during the search for a navigable route connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. Parry's meticulous observations provide valuable insights into the geography, climate, and indigenous populations of the Arctic regions. The narrative captures the harsh realities of polar exploration, including encounters with ice, extreme weather, and the logistical difficulties of maintaining a crew in such an environment. This historical document remains a significant resource for understanding the history of Arctic exploration and the ongoing quest to chart the Northwest Passage.

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