NARRATIVE OF A JOURNEY TO THE SHORES OF THE POLAR SEA In The Years 1819-20-21-22 (Vol. 2 only)
Published by John Murray, London, 1824
- Hardcover
- Used
Seller: NorthStar Books, Spokane, WA, U.S.A.NorthStar Books
AbeBooks seller since June 4, 2019
Condition: Used - Very good
US$ 105.00
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BOOK DESCRIPTION: 8vo, iv, 399 pgs, 2 large folding maps. Contemporary 1/2 black leather over marbled paper covered boards. Stated second edition. CONDITION DESCRIPTION: Shelf rubbing on edges and cover; interior is clean and tight. CONTENTS DESCRIPTION: Second volume only of a valuable set that describes an overland trip across Canada from Hudson's Bay to the mouth of the Coppermine River and along the Arctic coast. A valuable fur trade source book as much of he traversed territory was in the fire lands of the HBC and North West Company. Franklin provides a wealth of information on fur trade logistics, trading with various tribes and other details of interest, The Franklin Expedition suffered greatly and some members died of Malnutrition and exposure. The narrative is based on a diary. The two present maps are: 1) Route Of The Expedition From Isle De La Crosse To Fort Providence. Measures 9"x19.5". 2) A Chart of the Discoveries & Route of the Northern Land Expedition under the Command of Captain Franklin, R.N. in the Years 1820 & 1821. Measures 18.75" x 31". Both maps age toned, but without tears and are suitable for framing.…
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Bibliographic details
- Title
- NARRATIVE OF A JOURNEY TO THE SHORES OF THE POLAR SEA In The Years 1819-20-21-22 (Vol. 2 only)
- Author
- Franklin, Capt. John
- Publisher
- John Murray, London
- Publication year
- 1824
- Condition
- Very Good
- Binding
- Hardcover
NorthStar Books
Spokane, WA, U.S.A.
AbeBooks seller since June 4, 2019
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