The Cruise Of The Corwin: Journal Of The Arctic Expedition Of 1881 In Search Of De Long And The Jeannette (The Literary Naturalist Series) Download Free (EPUB, PDF)
John Muir agreed in 1881 to sail aboard the Corwin, whose fruitless mission it was to search for the missing scientific research vessel Jeannette, which itself became icebound while exploring the distant and mysterious Wrangell Land in the higher latitudes of the Arctic. This cruise would afford Muir the opportunity to examine evidence of glaciation along the arctic coastlines of Siberia and Alaska and the harmonious lifestyle of Inuits and Chukchis, which was in the midst of disruption from the intrusions of the civilized South. “John Muir was certainly as concerned for the potential loss of marvelous arctic cultures as he was for our continent’s vanishing wilderness. In this sense, THE CRUISE OF THE CORWIN truly deserves our attention, especially in light of all that is happening in the Arctic today.” –Richard Fleck
Series: The Literary Naturalist Series
Paperback: 268 pages
Publisher: WestWinds Press (September 1, 2014)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1941821111
ISBN-13: 978-1941821114
Product Dimensions: 5.1 x 0.7 x 8.9 inches
Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
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We remember John Muir by his wonderful journals of his travels in the Sierras and Alaska. This is a little known book that deserves to be better known. A fascinating read of his voyage in 1881 to find survivors of De Long's ill fated Jeannette Expedition. It is full of wonderful 19th century observations from one who was truly a gifted observer and raconteur.
I found this book to be incredibly enjoyable. The content was easily digestible, and it was very entertaining and fascinating to see the world through eyes of the past.For those that have any interests in exploring or seeing the "unknown world" I would recommend reading this journal.
A classic book by a master explorer, still riveting after all this time.
Great read! True adventure.
This book was excellent! John Muir gives very detailed descriptions of the people, flora and fauna that he saw on a very interesting journey, partly by dog sledge and partly by boat.
A classic egology volume from one of the great natural scientists of his age. Well worth reading.
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