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Title: The Glamour of the Arctic
Original Publication: United Kingdom: T. C. Newby,1842.
Note: Reading ease score: 69.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Tom Cosmas produced from materials freely available at The Internet Archive and placed in the Public Domain.
Summary: "The Glamour of the Arctic" by Arthur Conan Doyle is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. This book delves into the whaling industry, recounting the experiences and observations of those who venture into the icy north to hunt whales, all while capturing the allure and challenges of the Arctic environment. In this work, Conan Doyle provides a vivid account of life aboard whaling ships, detailing the dangerous and exhilarating process of hunting whales. He describes the skilled practices of the seamen of Peterhead, their reliance on teamwork for safe and successful hunts, and their deep emotional responses to the majestic creatures they pursue. The narrative intertwines thrilling tales of encounters with the whales, commentary on the environmental impacts of whaling, and reflections on the captivating beauty of the Arctic landscape. Through his observations, the author also raises questions about the future of whaling practices and the potential for exploration in a region characterized by both mystery and grandeur. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Doyle, Arthur Conan, 1859-1930
EBook No.: 67515
Published: Mar 1, 2022
Downloads: 67
Language: English
Subject: Arctic regions
Subject: Whaling
LoCC: Agriculture: Aquaculture, Fisheries, Angling
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Glamour of the Arctic
Original Publication: United Kingdom: T. C. Newby,1842.
Note: Reading ease score: 69.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Tom Cosmas produced from materials freely available at The Internet Archive and placed in the Public Domain.
Summary: "The Glamour of the Arctic" by Arthur Conan Doyle is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. This book delves into the whaling industry, recounting the experiences and observations of those who venture into the icy north to hunt whales, all while capturing the allure and challenges of the Arctic environment. In this work, Conan Doyle provides a vivid account of life aboard whaling ships, detailing the dangerous and exhilarating process of hunting whales. He describes the skilled practices of the seamen of Peterhead, their reliance on teamwork for safe and successful hunts, and their deep emotional responses to the majestic creatures they pursue. The narrative intertwines thrilling tales of encounters with the whales, commentary on the environmental impacts of whaling, and reflections on the captivating beauty of the Arctic landscape. Through his observations, the author also raises questions about the future of whaling practices and the potential for exploration in a region characterized by both mystery and grandeur. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Doyle, Arthur Conan, 1859-1930
EBook No.: 67515
Published: Mar 1, 2022
Downloads: 67
Language: English
Subject: Arctic regions
Subject: Whaling
LoCC: Agriculture: Aquaculture, Fisheries, Angling
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.