A Description Of Greenland: With A Historical Introduction And A Life Of The Author (1818) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781165275779)

A Description of Greenland: With a Historical Introduction and a Life of the Author (1818) is a non-fiction book written by Hans Egede. The book provides a comprehensive and detailed account of the geography, climate, flora, fauna, and people of Greenland. It also includes a historical introduction that traces the discovery and colonization of Greenland by the Norse, and the subsequent arrival of Egede and his mission to convert the Inuit people to Christianity.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Greenland. The first section provides an overview of the geography and climate of the island, including its mountains, glaciers, and fjords, as well as its harsh winters and short summers. The second section describes the flora and fauna of Greenland, including its various species of fish, birds, and mammals, such as polar bears, walruses, and whales.The third section focuses on the people of Greenland, including their customs, traditions, and way of life. Egede describes the Inuit people as friendly and hospitable, but also as fiercely independent and resistant to outside influence. He also discusses their religion and spiritual beliefs, and his efforts to convert them to Christianity.The final section of the book is a biography of Egede himself, detailing his background, his mission to Greenland, and his experiences living among the Inuit people. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it an informative and engaging read for anyone interested in the history and culture of Greenland.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Hans Egede
ISBN-10: 1165275775
ISBN-13: 9781165275779
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 344
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.01lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.72d