Elisha Kent Kane Books

The two-volume work details the second Grinnell expedition from 1853 to 1855, which aimed to locate the missing Sir John Franklin. It provides an in-depth account of the challenges faced by the explorers, including harsh Arctic conditions and encounters with indigenous peoples. The narrative blends adventure with scientific observations, offering insights into the era's exploration efforts and the relentless pursuit of knowledge in uncharted territories.

The narrative recounts Dr. Elisha Kane's experiences during the first Grinnell expedition, detailing the challenges faced during an icebound winter in the polar regions. Published in 1853, it offers a firsthand perspective on survival in extreme conditions, the dynamics of the expedition team, and the scientific observations made in the harsh Arctic environment. Kane's account provides valuable insights into both the physical and psychological trials encountered during this historic journey.

The two-volume work details the second Grinnell expedition, which took place from 1853 to 1855, aimed at uncovering the fate of Sir John Franklin. It provides a comprehensive account of the challenges faced by the explorers, their discoveries in the Arctic, and insights into the region's geography and wildlife. Through meticulous documentation, the narrative captures the spirit of exploration during the mid-19th century, highlighting both the triumphs and tribulations of the expedition.

Excerpt from Arctic Explorations, Vol. 1: The Second Grinnell Expedition, in Search of Sir John Franklin, 1853, '54, '55 All hands counted, we were seventeen at the time Of sailing. Another joined us a few days afterward. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.