Polar Whaling

Polar Whaling: A Sea Letter Narrative Of A Cruise In The Okhotsk Sea In 1849 is a book written by William Henry Holmes. The book is a detailed account of the author's experience on a polar whaling expedition in the Okhotsk Sea in 1849. The book is written in the form of a sea letter, which was a common way for sailors to communicate with their families and friends back home during the 19th century.The book provides a vivid description of the harsh conditions and dangers that the crew faced during their voyage. The author describes the freezing temperatures, the treacherous ice floes, and the constant threat of attack by sea creatures such as whales and walruses.The book also provides a fascinating insight into the world of polar whaling during the 19th century. The author describes the techniques used to hunt whales, the equipment used by the crew, and the economic and social factors that drove the industry.Overall, Polar Whaling: A Sea Letter Narrative Of A Cruise In The Okhotsk Sea In 1849 is a fascinating and informative account of a little-known aspect of maritime history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of whaling, polar exploration, or 19th-century maritime culture.Publication Of The Marine Historical Association, V2, No. 5, July, 1948.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.