In the Arctic Seas by Sir Francis Leopold M'Clintock
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| Author | M'Clintock, Francis Leopold, Sir, 1819-1907 |
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| Author of introduction, etc. | Murchison, Roderick Impey, Sir, 1792-1871 |
| Title |
In the Arctic Seas A Narrative of the Discovery of the Fate of Sir John Franklin and his Companions |
| Note | Reading ease score: 63.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "In the Arctic Seas" by Sir Francis Leopold M'Clintock is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The narrative chronicles M'Clintock's expedition aboard the yacht 'Fox' in search of Sir John Franklin and his missing crew, revealing the mysteries of their ultimate fate. The book blends personal adventure with significant scientific exploration, discussing the harsh realities of Arctic navigation and the tenacity required to survive in such extreme conditions. The opening of the narrative sets the stage for M'Clintock's expedition, detailing the preparations for the journey to discover the fate of the ill-fated Franklin Expedition. The text describes the securing of the ship 'Fox,' the selection of a seasoned crew made up largely of veterans from previous Arctic ventures, and Lady Franklin’s heartfelt dedication of the mission. It conveys a sense of urgency and national duty to uncover the truth surrounding the tragedy and hints at the immense challenges the crew would face in the unforgiving Arctic landscape. M'Clintock’s reflections on his responsibility to fulfill this noble cause are both poignant and stirring, laying the groundwork for the trials and discoveries that are to unfold in the following chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | G: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation |
| Subject | Northwest Passage |
| Subject | Arctic regions |
| Subject | Franklin, John, 1786-1847 |
| Subject | Fox (Ship) |
| Subject | M'Clintock, Francis Leopold, Sir, 1819-1907 -- Diaries |
| Subject | M'Clintock, Francis Leopold, Sir, 1819-1907 -- Travel -- Arctic regions |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 37669 |
| Release Date | Oct 8, 2011 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 236 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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