The First Landing on Wrangel Island (eBook)

With Some Remarks on the Northern Inhabitants

Irving C. Rosse (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2022
43 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654706758-0 (EAN)

Infos

In "The First Landing on Wrangel Island," Irving C. Rosse intricately weaves a narrative that chronicles the harrowing expedition to one of the world's most remote and enigmatic territories. Combining a meticulous historical account with vivid, almost lyrical prose, Rosse immerses the reader in the Arctic's stark beauty and brutal realities, exploring both the physical landscape and the psychological landscapes of the explorers. The book is meticulously researched, drawing upon a wealth of primary sources and firsthand accounts, which effectively situate it within the broader context of Arctic exploration literature in the early 20th century. Irving C. Rosse, an eminent historian and writer whose expertise encompasses Arctic history and exploration, draws upon his extensive background in environmental studies and anthropology to provide a nuanced perspective throughout the narrative. His academic pursuits and professional experiences in the field of polar research inform his examination of both the human and ecological dimensions of the journey, reflecting a deep understanding of the complexities involved in such extreme environments. This book is highly recommended for scholars and enthusiasts of polar exploration, history, or environmental studies. Rosse's compelling storytelling and insightful analysis make it not only an informative work but also a profound meditation on humanity's relationship with the wild and the unknown.

Autor

Irving C. Rosse, whose works remains a curious hallmark within the niche of Arctic exploration literature, is best known for his account 'The First Landing on Wrangel Island'. Rosse's narrative offers a compelling insight into the daring exploits of early explorers, the struggles they faced, and the historical significance of their journeys. While 'The First Landing on Wrangel Island' constitutes his most significant literary contribution, details of Rosse's life, including his formative years and subsequent impact on literary circles, remain relatively obscure, as does comprehensive information on his broader oeuvre. His work reflects a writing style that combines meticulous documentation with a poignant reflection on the human spirit in the face of nature's relentless ferocity. His contributions to the Arctic exploration narrative are often celebrated for their vivid detail and engrossing storytelling, though they did not amass a wide readership, remaining instead as treasured references among historians and enthusiasts of polar expeditions. The scarcity of additional published works and biographical information about Rosse suggests his literary footprint is rather specialized yet influential within its domain, with 'The First Landing on Wrangel Island' serving as an important historical document for those studying the era of Arctic exploration. As such, his writing is valued for both its content and its rare perspective during a time of audacious and often perilous adventurism.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 13.6.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Regional- / Landesgeschichte
• Themenwelt: Reisen ► Reiseberichte ► Welt / Arktis / Antarktis
• Schlagworte: 19th century adventure • 19th century literature • Alaska • Arctic Exploration • Arctic exploration fiction • Arctic exploration history • bravery and endurance • classic adventure novel • classic survival story • Cross-cultural encounter • Eskimos • Evocative writing style • exploration narrative • explorer novels • extreme conditions survival • geographical discovery • Geography General • historical fiction • historical non-fiction • historical nonfiction voyage • Imperial Russian era • Irving C. Rosse works • landscape of Wrangel Island • nautical & maritime fiction • Northern indigenous people • polar expedition narrative • Polar expedition narratives • Remote island expedition • Russia • Russian territory • Saint Lawrence Island • scientific discovery journey • Survival in wilderness • travelogue literature • victorian era fiction • Wrangel Island