Stray Leaves from an Arctic Journal by Sherard Osborn
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"Stray Leaves from an Arctic Journal" by Sherard Osborn is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The narrative documents an Arctic expedition undertaken in search of Sir John Franklin's ill-fated voyage, detailing the experiences and challenges faced by the crew aboard the HMS Pioneer. Osborn, serving as the commanding officer, provides a vivid account of the journey, encompassing both the geographic wonders and the dramatic circumstances of Arctic exploration. The
opening of the journal introduces readers to the excitement and anticipation surrounding the departure of the expedition in 1850. The author reflects on the optimism among the crew as they set sail from England, detailing their progress through various coastal landmarks. As the narrative unfolds, Osborn shares insights into the dynamic interactions among the crew and their initial encounters with the unpredictable Arctic environment. His observations set the stage for an adventurous voyage filled with scientific inquiries, challenges of navigation, and the unique customs of the Inuit people they encounter, all while maintaining a tribute to the explorer Franklin and the mission's noble cause. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Osborn, Sherard, 1822-1875 |
|---|---|
| Title |
Stray Leaves from an Arctic Journal Or, Eighteen Months in the Polar Regions, in Search of Sir John Franklin's Expedition, in the Years 1850-51 |
| Credits |
Produced by Julia Miller and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 55.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | G: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation |
| Subject | Arctic regions |
| Subject | Franklin, John, 1786-1847 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 24891 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-24891-2 |
| Release Date | Mar 21, 2008 |
| Last Update | Jan 3, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 607 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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