A Journey from Prince of Wales's Fort in Hudson's Bay to the Northern Ocean in the Years 1769, 1770, 1771, 1772 New Edition with Introduction, Notes, and Illustrations

"A Journey from Prince of Wales's Fort in Hudson's Bay to the Northern Ocean" is a captivating account by Samuel Hearne that recounts adventures in the late 1700s to explore Canada's northern reaches and locate copper deposits for the Hudson's Bay Company, detailing the demanding voyages, failed attempts and eventual success with the assistance, navigation, and dynamics of the Chipewyan Indians. The narrative vividly portrays the environmental challenges, from harsh weather to food shortages, as well as the cultural exchanges with the Indigenous people, offering readers of today insight into the historical exploration of Northern Canada. In particular, it follows Hearne's persistence through his initial failed expeditions, leading up to the triumph of reaching the Coppermine River, marking a unique contribution to the geographical and cultural understanding of the region.