Publisher's Synopsis
No Man�������s Land is a historical account of Spitsbergen, an archipelago located in the Arctic Ocean, from its discovery in 1596 to the beginning of scientific exploration in 1906. The book is written by William Martin Conway, a British mountaineer, explorer, and historian who was part of the first expedition to successfully climb the Karakoram range in the Himalayas.The book begins with an overview of the early exploration of the Arctic region and the discovery of Spitsbergen by Dutch explorers in the late 16th century. Conway then goes on to describe the various expeditions to the island, including those by English, Danish, and Russian explorers, as well as the whaling industry that developed in the region.The book also covers the political and economic history of Spitsbergen, including the various treaties and agreements between the different nations that claimed sovereignty over the island. Conway also discusses the impact of climate change on the region, including the melting of glaciers and the opening up of new shipping routes.Throughout the book, Conway provides detailed descriptions of the landscape, flora, and fauna of Spitsbergen, as well as the customs and traditions of the indigenous people who lived there. He also includes numerous illustrations and photographs to help readers visualize the island and its history.Overall, No Man�������s Land is a comprehensive and engaging account of the history of Spitsbergen, written by a renowned explorer and historian. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Arctic exploration, environmental history, or the history of European imperialism.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.
