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Franklin, John
1786
1847
Franklin, John, Sir
Narrative of a Journey to the Shores of the Polar Sea, in the years 1819-20-21-22, Volume 2
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"Narrative of a Journey to the Shores of the Polar Sea" by John Franklin is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The work chronicles the expedition led by Captain Franklin as he and his crew navigate through the harsh environments of North America’s polar regions, documenting their experiences and observations. The narrative likely covers themes of exploration, survival in extreme conditions, and interactions with Indigenous peoples. At the start of the journey, Franklin describes the establishment of Fort Enterprise, detailing the construction and challenges faced by his team as they prepare for the harsh winter ahead. The crew's daily activities, struggles with the elements, and encounters with local wildlife and Indigenous tribes are recounted. As they settle into life at the fort, Franklin introduces various characters, including his crew and the Indigenous peoples they interact with, painting a vivid picture of the cultural exchanges and the relentless difficulties of their expedition into the unforgiving Arctic. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 61.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Northwest Passage
Arctic regions -- Discovery and exploration -- British
Canada, Northern -- Description and travel
Franklin, John, 1786-1847 -- Diaries
Explorers -- Great Britain -- Diaries
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