A Dutch Arctic Expedition And Route

A Dutch Arctic Expedition and Route: Being a Survey of the North Polar Question is a historical book written by Samuel Richard Van Campen, originally published in 1876. The book provides an account of a Dutch expedition to the Arctic region in the mid-19th century, with a focus on the exploration of the North Pole.The author provides a detailed description of the expedition, including the equipment used, the challenges faced by the explorers, and the discoveries made during the journey. He also discusses the scientific theories and debates surrounding the North Pole, including the possibility of a navigable route through the Arctic Ocean.Throughout the book, Van Campen provides insights into the political and social context of the expedition, including the motivations of the Dutch government and the impact of the expedition on international relations. He also includes illustrations and maps to help readers visualize the journey and the Arctic landscape.Overall, A Dutch Arctic Expedition and Route: Being a Survey of the North Polar Question is a valuable historical document that sheds light on the exploration of the Arctic region in the 19th century and the scientific and political debates surrounding the North Pole.This scarce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.