The Land Of Desolation

The Land Of Desolation Being A Personal Narrative Of Observation And Adventure In Greenland (1871)

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Publisher's Synopsis

The Land of Desolation is a book written by Isaac Israel Hayes in 1871. It is a personal narrative of his observations and adventures in Greenland. The book provides a detailed account of Hayes' journey through the icy and barren land of Greenland. He describes the harsh conditions he and his team faced, including freezing temperatures, dangerous ice formations, and the constant threat of starvation. Hayes also provides insights into the culture and lifestyle of the Inuit people, whom he encountered during his expedition. The Land of Desolation is a fascinating and informative read, offering a unique perspective on the beauty and challenges of one of the world's most remote and unforgiving regions.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.

Book information

ISBN: 9781104495480
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 360
Weight: 526g
Height: 228mm
Width: 152mm
Spine width: 19mm