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In the Shadow of the Pole: An Early History of Arctic Expeditions, 1871-1912
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In the Shadow of the Pole: An Early History of Arctic Expeditions, 1871-1912 Paperback - 2013

by Osborne, S.L

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Toronto, ON: Dundurn, 2013. Paperback. As New. As New condition; This book explores the history of how the Arctic became part of Canada and how the Dominion government established jurisdiction there. It describes the early expeditions to Canada's North, including the little-known Dominion government expeditions to the Subarctic and Arctic carried out between 1884 and 1912. The men on these expeditions conducted scientific research, meteorological studies, geological explorations, and hydrographic surveys. This book delves into the story of the remarkable Canadian men who led these voyages.
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  • Title In the Shadow of the Pole: An Early History of Arctic Expeditions, 1871-1912
  • Author Osborne, S.L
  • Binding Paperback
  • Condition New
  • Pages 304
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Dundurn, Toronto, ON
  • Date 2013
  • Illustrated Yes
  • Features Bibliography, Illustrated, Index, Maps, Table of Contents
  • Bookseller's Inventory # 005745
  • ISBN 9781459717855 / 1459717856
  • Weight 1.05 lbs (0.48 kg)
  • Dimensions 8.94 x 6.48 x 0.76 in (22.71 x 16.46 x 1.93 cm)
  • Themes
    • Cultural Region: Arctic/Antarctic
    • Cultural Region: Canadian
  • Dewey Decimal Code 910.091

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About the author

S.L. Osborne's master's thesis on Captain Bernier blossomed into an obsession with Canadian Arctic history. She has worked as a freelance writer for various federal government departments and is currently the publications officer at the Ottawa Hospital Foundation. S.L. Osborne lives in Ottawa.

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