Description - Our Lost Explorers, The Narrative Of The Jeannette Arctic Expedition: As Related By The Survivors (1882) by George W De Long
""Our Lost Explorers"" is a historical narrative written by George W. De Long, chronicling the ill-fated Jeannette Arctic Expedition of 1879-1881. The book is based on the firsthand accounts of the surviving crew members, who endured unimaginable hardships and tragedy during their quest to reach the North Pole. The expedition, led by De Long, was intended to explore the uncharted regions of the Arctic and gather scientific data. However, the ship became trapped in ice and was eventually crushed, forcing the crew to abandon ship and embark on a perilous journey across the frozen tundra. The narrative details the crew's struggles with starvation, frostbite, and other extreme conditions, as well as their interactions with indigenous peoples and other explorers. Ultimately, only a handful of the crew survived, making this book a gripping and poignant account of one of the most harrowing expeditions in Arctic history. Published in 1882, ""Our Lost Explorers"" is a testament to the bravery and resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.And In The Records And Last Journals Of Lieutenant De Long.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.
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