New lands within the Arctic circle by Julius Payer
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About this eBook
| Author | Payer, Julius, 1841-1915 |
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| LoC No. | 16025754 |
| Title |
New lands within the Arctic circle Narrative of the discoveries of the Austrian ship "Tegetthoff" in the years 1872-1874 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 64.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Albert László, Greg Bergquist and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Summary | "New Lands Within the Arctic Circle" by Julius Payer is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The narrative chronicles the daring finds and hardships faced during the Austrian ship "Tegetthoff's" expedition from 1872 to 1874 as it navigated uncharted territories within the Arctic. The author provides insights into the crew's experiences, scientific observations, and the formidable natural challenges they encountered, presenting a detailed picture of Arctic exploration. The opening of the narrative establishes the context and significance of the expedition, emphasizing the roles of key figures such as Lieutenant Weyprecht and Dr. Kepes. Payer reflects on the dynamics of leadership and teamwork while setting the stage for the harrowing adventures that lie ahead. The narrative alludes to their struggle against the ice, the challenges of navigation, and the aim of discovering new lands, particularly focusing on the hardships endured during the harsh Arctic winters. These early pages lay the groundwork for the epic and often perilous journey that will unfold, inviting the reader to join in an era of exploration filled with excitement and scientific discovery. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | G: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation |
| Subject | Arctic regions |
| Subject | Franz Josef Land (Russia) -- Discovery and exploration |
| Subject | Admiral Tegetthoff (Ship) |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 60258 |
| Release Date | Sep 7, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 54 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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