Cookman, Scott
Ice Blink: The Tragic Fate of Sir John Franklin's Lost Polar Expedition
- ISBN 13:
- 9780471404200
- author:
- Cookman, Scott
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- John Wiley & Sons
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2001
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 155 mm X 223 mm
- Genre:
- History
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 6 working days
Description
The Tragic Fate of Sir John Franklin's Lost Polar Expedition by Scott Cookman. In 1845, two British ships and 128 men embarked on an ill-fated journey to find the Northwest Passage. Fourteen days later, they were last spotted in Baffin Bay. The mystery of their disappearance has endured for centuries. Drawing on original research, Scott Cookman presents a vivid account of the Franklin expedition, exploring the lives of those involved and the events that led to tragedy. Cookman's investigation uncovers new insights into the disaster, suggesting a human factor at its core. This is a gripping historical narrative of suspense and intrigue, shedding light on one of the most enduring unsolved mysteries in exploration history.
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