| Author |
Scoresby, William, 1789-1857 |
| Title |
The Arctic regions and the northern whale-fishery
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| Original Publication |
United Kingdom: The Religious Tract Society,1849.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 59.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Note |
Abridgement of volume 2: #69504.
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| Note |
[Contains], in an abridged and somewhat modified form, the substance of the first volume of captain (now the rev. Dr.) Scoresby's work on the Arctic Regions and the Whale-fishery, Edinburgh, 1820; with the omission of the third chapter on the Hydrographical Survey of the Greenland Sea. [...] Some few materials have also been collated from the valuable papers by the same author contributed to the "Edinburgh Philosophical Journal."--Preface
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| Credits |
deaurider, Bob Taylor and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"The Arctic Regions and the Northern Whale-Fishery" by William Scoresby is a scientific publication written in the early 19th century. This work explores the geography, climate, and marine life of the Arctic regions, particularly focusing on the whale-fishing industry. Scoresby, an experienced navigator and whaler, provides valuable insights into navigational discoveries, the ice formations, and the significance of these areas for trade and exploration. The opening of the book features a preface that outlines the purpose of the text and its contents, including discussions on early navigation attempts seeking a passage to Asia via the polar regions. It delves into the history of exploration, showcasing the various expeditions undertaken by prominent figures of the time and the challenges they faced in navigating the treacherous Arctic waters. Scoresby's analysis addresses the geological and hydrographic aspects of the Arctic, alongside the historical context of the burgeoning whale-fishing industry, setting the stage for a detailed examination of the unique environment and the livelihoods it supports. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
G: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation
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| Subject |
Arctic regions
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| Subject |
Whaling -- Arctic regions
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
69389 |
| Release Date |
Nov 20, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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