The Life of Sir John Franklin R.N.
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The Life of Sir John Franklin R.N. is a biographical book written by H. Traill that chronicles the life of Sir John Franklin, a British Royal Navy officer and Arctic explorer. The book covers Franklin's early life, his naval career, and his expeditions to the Arctic in search of the Northwest Passage. It also delves into his personal life, including his marriage to Lady Jane Franklin, and his relationships with other notable figures of his time. The book provides a detailed account of Franklin's final expedition, which ended in tragedy when he and his crew perished while attempting to navigate the Northwest Passage. Traill's book is a comprehensive study of one of the most celebrated figures in British exploration and provides insight into the challenges and dangers of Arctic exploration in the 19th century.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.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1162759917
ISBN13:9781162759913
Release Date:September 2010
Publisher:Kessinger Publishing
Length:478 Pages
Weight:1.40 lbs.
Dimensions:1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"
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