Bøger af William Edward Parry

In this thought-provoking book, William Edward Parry offers his reflections on God's parental character. Drawing on biblical sources, he explores the nature of God's love, justice, and mercy, and argues that the concept of God as a loving parent is an essential part of Christian theology.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

First published in 1828, this gripping account tells the story of an ill-fated expedition to reach the North Pole. Led by William Edward Parry, the expedition faced a host of challenges, including harsh weather conditions, treacherous ice floes, and dwindling supplies. Despite ultimately falling short of their objective, Parry's narrative offers a thrilling glimpse into the spirit of adventure and exploration that defined the age of polar exploration, and remains a classic of the genre to this day.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Dieses Buch beschreibt die zweite Reise von William Edward Parry zur Entdeckung einer Nordwestlichen Durchfahrt aus dem Atlantischen in das Stille Meer im Jahre 1822. Es zeigt die Schwierigkeiten, die die Mannschaft bei der Überwindung des Eises hatte, und bietet somit einen Einblick in das Leben der Seefahrer im 19. Jahrhundert.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

"Journal of an African Cruiser" is a travel narrative written by Horatio Bridge. Published in 1845, the book recounts Bridge's experiences during his time serving as a naval officer aboard the USS Decatur on the coast of West Africa. The narrative provides insights into the challenges and observations of the African coast during the mid-19th century.Horatio Bridge's journal details his encounters with various African cultures, the landscapes, and the complexities of the slave trade, which was a significant focus of naval efforts in the region at that time. The work offers readers a firsthand account of the author's experiences and perspectives on the African coast and its maritime activities.For those interested in maritime history, naval exploration, and 19th-century perspectives on Africa, "Journal of an African Cruiser" provides a historical document that sheds light on the naval operations and cultural landscapes of the period.

Narrative Of An Attempt To Reach The North Pole (1828) is a book written by William Edward Parry, a British naval officer and Arctic explorer. The book is a detailed account of Parry's expedition to the Arctic region in an attempt to reach the North Pole. It describes the challenges and difficulties faced by the expedition team, including harsh weather conditions, dangerous ice formations, and the constant threat of starvation and scurvy. The book provides a vivid description of the Arctic landscape, the wildlife, and the native Inuit people. It also includes detailed observations of the magnetic field and the aurora borealis. Parry's narrative is a fascinating insight into the early days of Arctic exploration, and the book is regarded as a classic of polar literature. Overall, Narrative Of An Attempt To Reach The North Pole (1828) is an engaging and informative account of a heroic expedition, and a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Arctic exploration.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.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

""A Supplement to the Appendix of Captain Parry's Voyage for the Discovery of a Northwest Passage: In the Years 1819 to 1820"" is a book written by William Edward Parry. This book is a follow-up to the original appendix that was published in 1821, documenting Parry's voyage to discover a northwest passage. In this supplement, Parry provides additional information and observations from his expedition, including details about the geography, climate, and wildlife of the Arctic region. He also includes accounts of the interactions between his crew and the indigenous people they encountered during their journey. The book is a valuable resource for historians, geographers, and anyone interested in the history of Arctic exploration. It provides a firsthand account of one of the most significant expeditions of the early 19th century, and sheds light on the challenges and triumphs of exploring one of the most remote and inhospitable regions of the world.""Containing An Account Of The Subjects Of Natural History.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.

""Journals of the First, Second, and Third Voyages V5: For the Discovery of a Northwest Passage from the Atlantic to the Pacific, in 1819-1825 (1828)"" is a historical book written by William Edward Parry. The book is a compilation of the journals and accounts of three voyages that were undertaken in the early 19th century to discover a northwest passage from the Atlantic to the Pacific. The expeditions were led by Parry, who was a British naval officer and explorer.The book is divided into three parts, each chronicling one of the three voyages. The first voyage, which took place in 1819-1820, was conducted aboard the HMS Hecla and the HMS Griper. The second voyage, which took place in 1821-1823, was conducted aboard the HMS Fury and the HMS Hecla. The third voyage, which took place in 1824-1825, was conducted aboard the HMS Hecla and the HMS Fury.The book provides a detailed account of the challenges faced by the explorers during their journeys, including harsh weather conditions, treacherous ice, and encounters with indigenous peoples. It also includes observations on the flora and fauna of the regions explored, as well as descriptions of the landscapes and geographical features encountered.Overall, ""Journals of the First, Second, and Third Voyages V5: For the Discovery of a Northwest Passage from the Atlantic to the Pacific, in 1819-1825 (1828)"" is a valuable historical document that provides insight into the early exploration of the Arctic regions and the quest for a northwest passage.In Five Volumes.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.

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This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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Title: Journal of a second voyage for the discovery of a north-west passage from the Atlantic to the Pacific: performed in the years 1821-22-23, in His Majesty's ships Fury and Hecla, under the orders of Captain William Edward Parry, R.N., F.R.S., and commander of the expedition.Author: Parry, William Edward, SirPublisher: Gale, Sabin Americana Description: Based on Joseph Sabin's famed bibliography, Bibliotheca Americana, Sabin Americana, 1500--1926 contains a collection of books, pamphlets, serials and other works about the Americas, from the time of their discovery to the early 1900s. Sabin Americana is rich in original accounts of discovery and exploration, pioneering and westward expansion, the U.S. Civil War and other military actions, Native Americans, slavery and abolition, religious history and more.Sabin Americana offers an up-close perspective on life in the western hemisphere, encompassing the arrival of the Europeans on the shores of North America in the late 15th century to the first decades of the 20th century. Covering a span of over 400 years in North, Central and South America as well as the Caribbean, this collection highlights the society, politics, religious beliefs, culture, contemporary opinions and momentous events of the time. It provides access to documents from an assortment of genres, sermons, political tracts, newspapers, books, pamphlets, maps, legislation, literature and more.Now for the first time, these high-quality digital scans of original works are available via print-on-demand, making them readily accessible to libraries, students, independent scholars, and readers of all ages.++++The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to insure edition identification: ++++SourceLibrary: Huntington LibraryDocumentID: SABCP02534400CollectionID: CTRG98-B1536PublicationDate: 18240101SourceBibCitation: Selected Americana from Sabin's Dictionary of books relating to AmericaNotes: "Vocabulary of Esquimaux words and sentences" p. [559]-569. "Esquimaux names of places" p. 571. Includes music (p. 542)Collation: xxx, 571 p., [39] leaves of plates: ill., maps (8 fold.), music; 29 cm

Title: Journal of a voyage for the discovery of a north-west passage from the Atlantic to the Pacific: performed in the years 1819-20, in His Majesty's ships Hecla and Griper, under the orders of William Edward Parry, R.N., F.R.S., and commander of the expedition: with an appendix, containing the scientific and other observations.Author: Parry, William Edward, SirPublisher: Gale, Sabin Americana Description: Based on Joseph Sabin's famed bibliography, Bibliotheca Americana, Sabin Americana, 1500--1926 contains a collection of books, pamphlets, serials and other works about the Americas, from the time of their discovery to the early 1900s. Sabin Americana is rich in original accounts of discovery and exploration, pioneering and westward expansion, the U.S. Civil War and other military actions, Native Americans, slavery and abolition, religious history and more.Sabin Americana offers an up-close perspective on life in the western hemisphere, encompassing the arrival of the Europeans on the shores of North America in the late 15th century to the first decades of the 20th century. Covering a span of over 400 years in North, Central and South America as well as the Caribbean, this collection highlights the society, politics, religious beliefs, culture, contemporary opinions and momentous events of the time. It provides access to documents from an assortment of genres, sermons, political tracts, newspapers, books, pamphlets, maps, legislation, literature and more.Now for the first time, these high-quality digital scans of original works are available via print-on-demand, making them readily accessible to libraries, students, independent scholars, and readers of all ages.++++The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to insure edition identification: ++++SourceLibrary: Huntington LibraryDocumentID: SABCP02531800CollectionID: CTRG98-B1522PublicationDate: 18210101SourceBibCitation: Selected Americana from Sabin's Dictionary of books relating to AmericaNotes: "Published by authority of the Lords Commissioners of the Admiralty."Collation: [5], xxix, 310, clxxix, [2] p., [20] leaves of plates: ill., maps (some fold.); 28 cm

Journals of the First, Second, and Third Voyages V5: For the Discovery of a Northwest Passage from the Atlantic to the Pacific, in 1819-1825 (1828) is a historical book written by William Edward Parry. The book is a detailed account of the three voyages undertaken by Parry and his team in search of a Northwest Passage. The book is divided into three sections, each covering a different voyage. The first voyage took place in 1819, the second in 1821, and the third in 1824. The book includes descriptions of the ships used, the crew members, the weather conditions, and the various obstacles encountered during the voyages. It also includes detailed maps and illustrations of the areas explored. Parry's journals provide a unique insight into the challenges faced by early explorers and the harsh conditions they had to endure. The book is an important historical document, shedding light on the early exploration of the Arctic region and the search for a Northwest Passage. It is a valuable resource for historians, geographers, and anyone interested in the history of exploration.In Five Volumes.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.

Voyage vers le pôle Arctique dans la baie de Baffin, fait en 1818, par les vaisseaux de sa Majesté L'Isabelle et l'Alexandre commandés par le capitaine Ross et le lieutenant Pany, pour vérifier s'il existe un passage au Nord-Ouest de l'Océan Atlantique dans la mer Pacifique...Date de l'édition originale: 1819Le présent ouvrage s'inscrit dans une politique de conservation patrimoniale des ouvrages de la littérature Française mise en place avec la BNF.HACHETTE LIVRE et la BNF proposent ainsi un catalogue de titres indisponibles, la BNF ayant numérisé ces oeuvres et HACHETTE LIVRE les imprimant à la demande.Certains de ces ouvrages reflètent des courants de pensée caractéristiques de leur époque, mais qui seraient aujourd'hui jugés condamnables.Ils n'en appartiennent pas moins à l'histoire des idées en France et sont susceptibles de présenter un intérêt scientifique ou historique.Le sens de notre démarche éditoriale consiste ainsi à permettre l'accès à ces oeuvres sans pour autant que nous en cautionnions en aucune façon le contenu.Pour plus d'informations, rendez-vous sur www.hachettebnf.fr