Journal of a second voyage for the discovery of a north-west passage from the Atlantic to the Pacific; performed in the years 1821-22-23
by Parry, William Edward
- Used
- Signed
- first
- Condition
- Contemporary half tan calf and marbled boards, rebacked preserving gilt spine (some rubbing), modern endpapers, hinges reinforce
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About This Item
The account of Parry's second expedition, this time through Hudson Strait into Hudson Bay and beyond. The book is largely concerned with the aboriginal life of the Eskimos, and contains accounts of various scientific discoveries. In 1824-25 the indomitable Parry made a third, unsuccessful, voyage. In 1827 he set out in an attempt to reach the North Pole, setting a record for northernmost travel which stood until 1876. He was promoted to Admiral in 1852.
An excellent association copy of a classic, substantial work of Arctic exploration. Hill 225; Sabin 58864; TPL 1295; Field 1184
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- Bookseller
- James Cummins Bookseller (US)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 243456
- Title
- Journal of a second voyage for the discovery of a north-west passage from the Atlantic to the Pacific; performed in the years 1821-22-23
- Author
- Parry, William Edward
- Format/Binding
- With 30 plates (4 folding) and 9 maps (4 folding). 1 vols. 4to
- Book Condition
- Used - Contemporary half tan calf and marbled boards, rebacked preserving gilt spine (some rubbing), modern endpapers, hinges reinforce
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- First edition
- Publisher
- John Murray
- Place of Publication
- London
- Date Published
- 1824
- Keywords
- Arctic / Antarctic
- Bookseller catalogs
- History, Travel & Geography;
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