Adrift On An Ice Pan (1909)

Adrift On An Ice Pan is a non-fiction book written by Wilfred Thomason Grenfell and published in 1909. The book tells the true story of Grenfell's harrowing experience when he became stranded on an ice pan in the Labrador Sea. Grenfell was a medical missionary and philanthropist who worked in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada, helping the local people who were living in poverty and struggling with harsh living conditions.The book begins with Grenfell's journey to a remote fishing village on the coast of Labrador. While he was there, he heard about a group of seal hunters who had been stranded on an ice pan and were in danger of freezing to death. Grenfell and a group of local men set out to rescue them, but during the rescue attempt, the ice pan broke apart, and Grenfell found himself adrift in the middle of the sea on a small piece of ice.The book describes Grenfell's struggle to survive on the ice pan, which was only a few feet wide and constantly shifting in the waves. He had no food or water and was exposed to the freezing temperatures and harsh winds of the Labrador Sea. Grenfell's faith and determination kept him going, and after several hours, he was finally rescued by a passing ship.Adrift On An Ice Pan is a gripping tale of survival and resilience in the face of extreme adversity. It also provides a glimpse into the harsh living conditions and challenges faced by the people of Newfoundland and Labrador in the early 20th century. The book is a testament to Grenfell's courage and dedication to helping others, and it continues to inspire readers today.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.