Life of Admiral Sir Leopold McClintock
- 450 pages
- 16 hours of reading
This 1909 biography of Sir Leopold McClintock describes the voyage during which he found confirmation of the death of Franklin.
Sir Clements Robert Markham was a distinguished English geographer, explorer, and writer. His work primarily centered on geographical exploration and discovery, significantly shaping the landscape of polar research. Serving as both Secretary and later President of the Royal Geographical Society, he was instrumental in organizing major expeditions, including the National Antarctic Expedition, and fostered the careers of notable explorers.






This 1909 biography of Sir Leopold McClintock describes the voyage during which he found confirmation of the death of Franklin.
The book is a reprint of a classic work originally published in 1881, preserving the historical context and language of the time. It offers readers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the themes and societal norms of that era. The content remains relevant, providing insights that resonate with contemporary audiences. This edition aims to honor the original text while making it accessible for modern readers interested in exploring historical literature.
Discover Kingsley Amis's classic James Bond tie-in. First published in 1968, four years after Ian Fleming's death, this was the first Bond 'continuation' novel. Catch up on this new take on Bond before the release of No Time to Die 'A man in my line of business shouldn't work to a timetable' Lunch at Scott's, a quiet game of golf, a routine social call on his chief M - James Bond's life has begun to fall into a pattern that threatens complacency...until the sunny afternoon when M is kidnapped and his house staff savagely murdered. The action ricochets across the globe to a volcanic Greek island where, stripped of all professional aids, Bond must avert a world-menacing conspiracy and face unarmed the monstrous devices of the glacial, merciless Colonel Sun. 'Bond is a hero for all time' Jeffrey Deaver