An Account Of The Arctic Regions V2: With A History And Description Of The Northern Whale Fishery (1820) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781120261595)

""An Account of the Arctic Regions V2: With a History and Description of the Northern Whale Fishery"" is a book written by William Scoresby in 1820. The book is a comprehensive account of the Arctic regions, including a detailed history and description of the Northern Whale Fishery. Scoresby was a renowned Arctic explorer and whale hunter, and his book provides an in-depth look at the Arctic environment, the animals that inhabit it, and the challenges faced by those who venture into this harsh and unforgiving landscape. The book is divided into two volumes, each containing a wealth of information and illustrations. Volume one covers Scoresby's experiences in the Arctic, including his encounters with polar bears, whales, and other wildlife, as well as his observations on the climate and geography of the region. Volume two focuses on the history and practice of the Northern Whale Fishery, including the methods used to hunt and process whales, as well as the economic and social impact of the industry on the Arctic communities. Overall, ""An Account of the Arctic Regions V2"" is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history, geography, and wildlife of the Arctic.In Two Volumes.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: William Scoresby
ISBN-10: 1120261597
ISBN-13: 9781120261595
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/24/2009
Pages: 618
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.36lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.50d