Publisher's Synopsis
A Description of Greenland: With a Historical Introduction and a Life of the Author (1818) is a book written by Hans Egede, a Norwegian missionary who traveled to Greenland in the early 18th century. The book provides a detailed account of the geography, climate, flora, and fauna of Greenland, as well as the customs, language, and religion of the Inuit people who inhabited the island. Egede's descriptions are based on his own observations and experiences during his years in Greenland, as well as on the accounts of other explorers and traders who had visited the region before him.The book also includes a historical introduction that traces the discovery and exploration of Greenland by European explorers, from the Norse settlements of the 10th century to the Dutch and English whalers of the 17th and 18th centuries. Egede's own role in the history of Greenland is also discussed, including his efforts to establish a Christian mission among the Inuit people and his successful translation of the New Testament into the Greenlandic language.In addition to the main text, the book includes a life of the author, which provides biographical information about Egede and his family, as well as his motivations for traveling to Greenland and his experiences there. The life of the author also discusses Egede's contributions to the study of Greenlandic language and culture, and his legacy as a pioneer of Arctic exploration and Christian mission work. Overall, A Description of Greenland is a valuable historical and cultural document that provides insight into the early exploration and colonization of the Arctic region, as well as the complex interactions between European and indigenous peoples.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
