Narrative Of The Second Voyage Of Captain Ross To The Arctic Regions: In The Years 1829-33 (1834)

The book ""Narrative Of The Second Voyage Of Captain Ross To The Arctic Regions: In The Years 1829-33"" by James Clark Ross is a detailed account of the second expedition led by Captain Ross to explore the Arctic regions. The book was first published in 1834 and provides a comprehensive description of the journey, including the challenges faced by the crew, the harsh weather conditions, and the encounters with the local Inuit people.The book is divided into several parts, each describing a different aspect of the voyage. The first part provides an overview of the preparations made before the expedition, including the selection of crew members and the procurement of supplies. The second part describes the journey to the Arctic, including the various stops made along the way and the challenges faced by the crew during the voyage.The third part of the book focuses on the exploration of the Arctic regions, including the discovery of new islands and the mapping of the coastline. The fourth part describes the winter spent by the crew in the Arctic, including the construction of a winter camp and the efforts made to survive in the harsh conditions.The final part of the book describes the return journey and the arrival back in England. Throughout the book, Ross provides detailed descriptions of the geography, wildlife, and weather conditions encountered during the expedition. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Arctic exploration and the challenges faced by early explorers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.