"Schwatka's Search: Sledging in the Arctic in Quest of the Franklin Records" by William H. Gilder relates a remarkable Arctic expedition led by Lieutenant Frederick Schwatka to uncover the mystery of Sir John Franklin's lost voyage and find any surviving records. Set against a backdrop of intense cold and perilous terrain, the story follows Schwatka and his team of explorers and Inuit guides as they push into the unknown, leaving behind their last connection to civilization, the schooner "Eothen". The book details their meticulous planning, the strong bonds formed within the crew, and the formidable obstacles they expect to encounter, combined with introspective musings on the harsh climate, the inherent dangers of the Arctic, and the importance of their mission.
Schwatka's Search: Sledging in the Arctic in Quest of the Franklin Records
By William H. (William Henry) Gilder
Driven by a thirst for answers, a determined team braves the deadly Arctic in search of a lost expedition, facing brutal conditions and unknown dangers at every turn.
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About the AuthorWilliam Henry Gilder Jr, was an American soldier, journalist, explorer and writer.
William Henry Gilder Jr, was an American soldier, journalist, explorer and writer.
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