Bayard Taylor

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Beschreibung

"The Northern Whale Fishery" by William Scoresby is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the 19th-century whaling industry in the Arctic regions, presented through a blend of adventure, economic analysis, environmental impact, and cultural context. At its core, the book delves into the whaling industry, offering meticulous details on the techniques and technologies employed in hunting and processing whales. Scoresby, drawing from his extensive experience as a whaler and captain, provides vivid descriptions of the harpooning of whales amidst the icy waters of the Arctic, highlighting the perilous nature of the profession and the bravery required by sailors. "The Northern Whale Fishery" is not just a historical account but a captivating adventure story, where daring exploits and survival instincts are tested against the backdrop of Arctic wilderness. In essence, "The Northern Whale Fishery" stands as a testament to Scoresby's dual role as a pioneering explorer and meticulous chronicler of Arctic maritime history. His work continues to inform and inspire research into the economic, environmental, and cultural dimensions of whaling in the 19th century Arctic, offering a profound glimpse into a bygone era of maritime adventure and scientific discovery.

Autor

Bayard Taylor was an American poet, literary critic, translator, travel author, and diplomat. As a poet, he was extremely popular, with an audience of almost 4,000 attending a poetry reading once, setting a record that remained for 85 years. His travelogues were well-received in both the United States and Britain. He held diplomatic appointments in both Russia and Prussia. Taylor was born January 11, 1825, in Kennett Square, Chester County, Pennsylvania. He was the fourth son of Quaker couple Joseph and Rebecca Taylor, and the first to reach maturity. His mother was of half Swiss descent. His father was an affluent farmer. Charles Frederick Taylor, Bayard's younger brother, was a Union Army colonel killed in action during the Battle of Gettysburg in 1863. Bayard obtained his early education at an academy in West Chester, Pennsylvania, and later in nearby Unionville. At seventeen, he was apprenticed to a printer in West Chester. Rufus Wilmot Griswold, a renowned critic and editor, pushed him to produce poems. The resulting anthology, Ximena, or the Battle of the Sierra Morena and Other Poems, was published in 1844 and dedicated to Griswold.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books LLP
• Seitenzahl: 278
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. August 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 16mm
• Gewicht: 310g
• ISBN-13: 9789364286398
• ISBN-10: 9364286391
• Artikelnr.: 71642178