Publisher's Synopsis
""History of the Adventurous Voyage and Terrible Shipwreck of the U.S. Steamer Jeannette in the Polar Seas"" is a non-fiction book written by Henry Llewellyn Williams and originally published in 1882. The book documents the ill-fated expedition of the Jeannette, a ship sent by the United States government to explore the Arctic region and attempt to reach the North Pole.The book begins by providing background information on the expedition and the crew, including their previous experiences in the Arctic and the political motivations behind the mission. Williams then chronicles the voyage itself, detailing the challenges the crew faced as they navigated through treacherous ice and harsh weather conditions.Eventually, the ship became trapped in ice and was carried by the currents for over a year before finally being crushed and sunk. The crew was forced to abandon ship and attempt to survive in the Arctic wilderness, facing starvation, exposure, and encounters with indigenous peoples.Williams draws on firsthand accounts from members of the crew, as well as official reports and other sources, to provide a comprehensive and detailed account of the Jeannette's voyage and the subsequent rescue efforts. The book is a gripping tale of adventure and survival in one of the harshest environments on earth, and provides a fascinating glimpse into the history of Arctic exploration.Together With A Full And Particular Account Of The Death Of Lieutenant De Long And His Brave Shipmates, In The Siberian Deserts, And The Rescue Of Danenhower, Melville, And Their Heroic Companions.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
