Sir John Franklin and the Arctic Regions - Simmonds, Peter Lund
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John Franklin (1786-1847) was a famous Arctic explorer that sailed to find the North-West Passage. Becoming a haunting tale of history now known as Franklin's lost expedition. Franklin and his crew were last seen by whalers in Baffin Bay in July 1845. Many rescue missions were launched thereafter to find the lost ships, HMS Terror and Erebus. This gripping book written by Peter Lund Simmonds (1814-1897) uses a wide range of reports and publications about these expeditions in his history of the search for the North-West Passage. This detailed account also includes descriptions of the many…mehr

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John Franklin (1786-1847) was a famous Arctic explorer that sailed to find the North-West Passage. Becoming a haunting tale of history now known as Franklin's lost expedition. Franklin and his crew were last seen by whalers in Baffin Bay in July 1845. Many rescue missions were launched thereafter to find the lost ships, HMS Terror and Erebus. This gripping book written by Peter Lund Simmonds (1814-1897) uses a wide range of reports and publications about these expeditions in his history of the search for the North-West Passage. This detailed account also includes descriptions of the many missions to find Franklin and his crew and investigates the fate of Franklin's voyage.
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Peter Lund Simmonds, a prolific 19th-century writer and editor, authored the noteworthy work "The Curiosities of Food: Or, The Dainties and Delicacies of Different Nations Obtained from the Animal Kingdom." Simmonds became an English author, agriculturalist, and advocate for technological advancements in agriculture in the course of the Victorian era. In his masterful book, "The Curiosities of Food," Simmonds explores the fascinating and diverse global of culinary delights from diverse cultures. The subtitle, "Or The Dainties And Delicacies Of Different Nations Obtained From The Animal Kingdom," guidelines at the focal point at the animal nation as a source of diverse and uncommon ingredients. Simmonds in all likelihood takes readers on a gastronomic journey, detailing specific and curious culinary practices, elements, and dishes from around the globe. The book may delve into the ancient, cultural, and medical factors of meals, offering insights into the ways specific societies have harnessed the bounty of the animal country for sustenance and satisfaction. Simmonds, recognized for his know-how in agricultural and culinary topics, may additionally have infused the book with a blend of clinical inquiry and an appreciation for the wealthy tapestry of world food traditions.