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100 1 _aHakluyt, Richard,
_d1552?-1616
245 1 0 _aVoyages in Search of the North-West Passage
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2002
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2002-10-01
508 _aTranscribed from the 1892 Cassell & Co. edition by David Price
520 _a"Voyages in Search of the North-West Passage" by Richard Hakluyt is a historical account written in the late 19th century that delves into the exploration attempts of bold mariners during the Elizabethan era who sought a passage to the East by navigating the Arctic. The text explores the perilous voyages made to chart the North-West Passage, detailing the ambitious spirit of exploration and the harsh realities of Arctic travel that were faced by sailors as they confronted ice, storms, and the daunting nature of the sea. The opening of this work reflects on previous Arctic voyages, quoting from accounts of explorers like Hugh Willoughby and Sir John Franklin. It recounts a voyage undertaken by a "Phantom Ship" venturing through treacherous ice, exploring the natural beauty and dangers of the Arctic Sea. The narrative vividly describes the struggle against natural obstacles, including icebergs and weather conditions, while also mentioning the hopes of discovering a shorter route to rich trade areas. Hakluyt offers historical context by referencing the fates of early explorers, emphasizing the intersecting themes of bravery, scientific inquiry, and the toll of exploration on human life. The initial chapters set the stage for a deeper exploration of the North-West Passage and the maritime challenges of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aVoyages and travels
653 _aNorthwest Passage
653 _aArctic regions -- Discovery and exploration
700 1 _aMorley, Henry,
_d1822-1894
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/3482
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