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_aRussell, Israel C. _q(Cook), _d1852-1906 |
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| 245 | 1 | 3 | _aAn Expedition to Mount St. Elias, Alaska |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2020 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2020-10-25 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by Ron Swanson | ||
| 520 | _a"An Expedition to Mount St. Elias, Alaska" by Israel C. Russell is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. The work documents a significant exploratory expedition undertaken in 1890 to study the geography, geology, and glaciers of the Mount St. Elias region in Alaska. The text discusses the preparation for and organization of the expedition, previous explorations in the area, and outlines the team's observations and experiences as they navigate and document the rugged terrain. At the start of the narrative, the author sets the stage by describing the southern coast of Alaska, focusing on Yakutat Bay's geography and the stunning natural landscapes. Russell provides a historical context of prior explorations and sets forth the motivations behind the 1890 expedition organized by the National Geographic Society. The opening sections detail the meticulous preparations, the expedition's organization, and the journey from Seattle to Sitka, showcasing the explorers' keen observations of Alaska’s breathtaking scenery, which includes lush forests, towering mountains, and intricate glacier formations. The readers are drawn into the atmosphere of discovery and scientific inquiry that drives the expedition, promising rich insights into both the natural world and the challenges faced by the explorers. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aAlaska -- Description and travel | ||
| 653 | _aSaint Elias, Mount (Alaska and Yukon) | ||
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