Narrative Of An Expedition To The Polar Sea In The Years 1820-23 (1842)

by Ferdinand Petrovich Wrangel

Book Overview

Narrative Of An Expedition To The Polar Sea In The Years 1820-23 is a historical account written by Ferdinand Petrovich Wrangel. This book chronicles his experiences as the leader of an expedition to the Arctic Circle during the years 1820-23. The book provides a detailed description of the journey, including the challenges faced by the crew, the harsh weather conditions, and the encounters with indigenous people. The narrative also includes scientific observations and discoveries made during the expedition, such as the study of the aurora borealis and the discovery of new animal species. Wrangel's writing style is engaging and descriptive, providing a vivid picture of the landscape and the people encountered during the journey. The book is a valuable resource for those interested in the history of Arctic exploration, as well as for those interested in the natural sciences.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 143711024X
• ISBN13: 9781437110241
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 308 Pages
• Weight: 0.92 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.1" x 9.0"