Julius Payer

New lands within the Arctic circle (eBook, ePUB)

Narrative of the discoveries of the Austrian ship "Tegetthoff" in the years 1872-1874

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In 'New lands within the Arctic Circle' by Julius Payer, the author provides a detailed account of his exploration of uncharted territories in the Arctic. Written in a straightforward and informative style, the book offers a unique perspective on the challenges and wonders of the Arctic landscape. Payer's firsthand experiences and observations are meticulously documented, providing readers with a wealth of information about the geography, wildlife, and indigenous peoples of the region. The book's historical significance lies in its contribution to the understanding of the Arctic and the role of explorers in expanding human knowledge of the world. Payer's exploration narrative is set within the context of 19th-century European exploration and the competitive race to conquer the last uncharted regions of the globe, adding depth and relevance to the text. Readers interested in adventure, geography, and history will find 'New lands within the Arctic Circle' a captivating and informative read that sheds light on a little-known chapter of Arctic exploration.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 4149
• Erscheinungstermin: 19. November 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664103765
• Artikelnr.: 58447579

Inhaltsangabe

The Sledge Journeys: 1. The exploration of Kaiser Franz-Josef Land resolved on
2. Of sledge travelling in general
3. The equipment of a sledge expedition
4. The first sledge journey
5. The cold
6. A general description of Kaiser Franz-Josef Land
7. The second sledge expedition. Austria Sound
8. In the extreme north
9. The return to the ship
10. The third sledge journey
11. The Tegetthoff abandoned. Return to Europe: 1. Last days on the Tegetthoff
2. On the frozen sea
3. On the open sea
Appendix: 1. Meteorological observations
2. Direction and force of the wind
Index.