Publisher's Synopsis
Winter In The Arctic Regions And Summer In The Antarctic Regions (1872) is a travelogue written by Charles Tomlinson. The book provides a detailed account of the author's experiences during his journey to the Arctic and Antarctic regions. It is divided into two parts, with the first part describing Tomlinson's winter expedition to the Arctic, and the second part recounting his summer voyage to the Antarctic.In the first part of the book, Tomlinson describes his journey to the Arctic aboard the HMS Alert. He provides a vivid description of the harsh conditions that he and his crew faced during their journey, including the extreme cold, the treacherous ice floes, and the dangerous wildlife that they encountered along the way. Tomlinson also provides detailed descriptions of the Arctic landscape, including the glaciers, icebergs, and frozen tundra.In the second part of the book, Tomlinson describes his summer journey to the Antarctic aboard the HMS Challenger. He provides a detailed account of the wildlife and natural features that he encountered during his journey, including the penguins, whales, and icebergs that he saw in the Southern Ocean. Tomlinson also provides an insightful commentary on the scientific discoveries that were made during the voyage, including the identification of new species of marine life and the mapping of previously unknown parts of the Antarctic continent.Overall, Winter In The Arctic Regions And Summer In The Antarctic Regions is a fascinating travelogue that provides a unique insight into the natural wonders of the polar regions. Tomlinson's vivid descriptions and insightful commentary make this book a must-read for anyone interested in the natural history of the Arctic and Antarctic.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.
