Publisher's Synopsis
The Cruise of the Esquimaux, Steam Whaler, to Davis Straits and Baffin Bay, April-October, 1899 is a non-fiction book written by Andrew Barclay Walker and published in 1900. The book chronicles the author's experiences on a whaling expedition aboard the Esquimaux, a steam-powered whaling vessel, during the six-month period from April to October in 1899. The expedition took place in the Davis Straits and Baffin Bay regions, which are located in the Arctic Ocean and are known for their harsh weather conditions and treacherous waters. Throughout the book, Walker provides a detailed account of the daily routines and challenges faced by the crew, as well as the various hunting and fishing techniques used to catch whales and other marine life. He also describes the natural beauty of the region and the encounters with indigenous people, including Inuit communities. The book provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of Arctic whaling and the hardships faced by those who ventured into these icy waters.Notes From The Diary Of A. Barclay Walker.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.
