An Account of the Arctic Regions 2 Volume Set: With a History and Description of the Northern Whale-Fishery

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Exploring the Arctic regions, this two-volume guide by William Scoresby offers a comprehensive look at the geographical, climatic, and zoological aspects of the area in Volume 1, while Volume 2 delves into the history and practices of whaling, marking it as the first British publication dedicated to whale fisheries. Drawing on Scoresby's extensive research and personal experiences, including a significant 1816 whaling expedition and his pioneering work in oceanography, the book serves as both a scientific resource and a historical account of Arctic exploration.