The Polar World
Enriched edition. A popular description of man and nature in the Arctic and Antarctic regions of the globeBy G. Hartwig
Length25h 59m
About this audiobook
In "The Polar World," G. Hartwig embarks on an ambitious exploration of the Arctic and Antarctic realms, vividly capturing their breathtaking landscapes and diverse ecosystems. Hartwig's literary style melds scientific observation with lyrical prose, inviting readers into the harsh yet mesmerizing environments of the polar regions. This 19th-century work stands as an important contribution to the genre of travel literature, enriched by the expanding knowledge of geography and natural history during Hartwig'Äôs time. His insightful reflections on the interplay between man and nature serve to illuminate the fragility of these ecosystems against a backdrop of rising industrialization. G. Hartwig was a notable figure of his era whose extensive travels and profound interest in natural sciences shaped his literary voice. His writings are characterized by a deep respect for the natural world, reflecting a burgeoning awareness of environmental issues amidst the scientific curiosity of the Victorian age. The synthesis of personal experience with scholarly research in "The Polar World" underscores Hartwig's commitment to broadening public understanding of polar exploration and its implications. This compelling narrative is a must-read for anyone fascinated by the mysteries of the world's extremes. Hartwig'Äôs masterful prose not only entertains but also educates, making it an invaluable resource for students, scholars, and adventure enthusiasts alike.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 4.0 (23)
Includes Goodreads, Amazon
GenreScience and Nature
Length25 hrs 59 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 5, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2PREFACE.
3THE POLAR WORLD.
4CHAPTER II. ARCTIC LAND QUADRUPEDS AND BIRDS.
5CHAPTER III. THE ARCTIC SEAS.
Show all chaptersShow less
6CHAPTER IV. ARCTIC MARINE ANIMALS
7CHAPTER V. ICELAND.
8CHAPTER VI. HISTORY OF ICELAND.
9CHAPTER VII. THE ICELANDERS.
10CHAPTER VIII. THE WESTMAN ISLANDS.
11CHAPTER IX. FROM DRONTHEIM TO THE NORTH CAPE.
12CHAPTER X. SPITZBERGEN—BEAR ISLAND—JAN MEYEN.
13CHAPTER XI. NOVA ZEMBLA.
14CHAPTER XII. THE LAPPS.
15CHAPTER XIII. MATTHIAS ALEXANDER CASTRÉN.
16CHAPTER XIV. THE SAMOÏEDES.
17CHAPTER XV. THE OSTIAKS.
18CHAPTER XVI. CONQUEST OF SIBERIA BY THE RUSSIANS—THEIR VOYAGES OF DISCOVERY ALONG THE SHORES OF THE POLAR SEA.
19CHAPTER XVII. SIBERIA—FUR-TRADE AND GOLD-DIGGINGS.
20CHAPTER XVIII. MIDDENDORFF’S ADVENTURES IN TAIMURLAND.
21CHAPTER XIX. THE JAKUTS.
22CHAPTER XX. WRANGELL.
23CHAPTER XXI. THE TUNGUSI.
24CHAPTER XXII. GEORGE WILLIAM STELLER.
25CHAPTER XXIII. KAMCHATKA.
26CHAPTER XXIV. THE TCHUKTCHI.
27CHAPTER XXV. BERING SEA—THE RUSSIAN FUR COMPANY—THE ALEUTS.
28CHAPTER XXVI. ALASKA.
29CHAPTER XXVII. THE ESQUIMAUX.
30CHAPTER XXVIII. THE FUR-TRADE OF THE HUDSON’S BAY TERRITORIES.
31CHAPTER XXIX. THE CREE INDIANS, OR EYTHINYUWUK.
32CHAPTER XXX. THE TINNÉ INDIANS.
33CHAPTER XXXI. THE LOUCHEUX, OR KUTCHIN INDIANS.
34CHAPTER XXXII. ARCTIC VOYAGES OF DISCOVERY, FROM THE CABOTS TO BAFFIN.
35CHAPTER XXXIII. ARCTIC VOYAGES OF DISCOVERY, FROM BAFFIN TO M’CLINTOCK.
36CHAPTER XXXIV. KANE AND HAYES.
37CHAPTER XXXV. NEWFOUNDLAND.
38CHAPTER XXXVI. GREENLAND.
39CHAPTER XXXVII. THE ANTARCTIC OCEAN.
40CHAPTER XXXVIII. ANTARCTIC VOYAGES OF DISCOVERY.
41CHAPTER XXXIX. THE STRAIT OF MAGELLAN.
42CHAPTER XL. PATAGONIA AND THE PATAGONIANS.
43CHAPTER XLI. THE FUEGIANS.
44CHAPTER XLII. CHARLES FRANCIS HALL AND THE INNUITS.
45INDEX.
46HARPER & BROTHERS’
47Memorable Quotes
More from G. Hartwig
BeyondStephen Walker15h 39m4.6 (3.2K)$33 · $0.00
A Brief History of IntelligenceMax S. Bennett12h 18m4.6 (6.6K)$29 · $0.00
LiftoffEric Berger9h 4m4.6 (9.5K)$29 · $0.00
Distant SkiesMelissa A. Priblo Chapman12h 39m4.7 (379)$23
ApolloCharles Murray, Catherine Bly Cox18h 15m4.6 (3.9K)$30
The Story of BirdsSteve Brusatte11h 49m4.6 (401)$29 · $0.00
Black Earth WisdomLeah Penniman11h 54m4.6 (577)$8 · $0.00
Crystals for BeginnersKaren Frazier3h 49m4.5 (45.6K)$20
What If? 10th Anniversary EditionRandall Munroe7h 29m4.5 (41.4K)$23
Total Cat MojoJackson Galaxy10h 13m4.5 (8.4K)$23 · $0.00
Earth at NightNational Aeronautics and Space Administration2h 26m4.7 (196)$1 · $0.00
My Life Among the UnderdogsTia Torres5h 51m4.5 (4K)$24 · $0.00
What It Takes to Save a LifeKwane Stewart6h4.6 (556)$24 · $0.00
Pastoral SongJames Rebanks8h 35m4.5 (12K)$26 · $0.00
How Stella Learned to TalkChristina Hunger7h4.5 (10.9K)$24 · $0.00
Craig & FredCraig Grossi8h 6m4.5 (9.6K)$26 · $0.00
Celebrating BirdsNatalia Rojas, Ana Maria Martinez6h 47m4.6 (330)$24 · $0.00
WildingIsabella Tree12h 22m4.5 (13.4K)$23
Saving JemimaJulie Zickefoose4h 59m4.5 (749)$20 · $0.00
The Complete Dog Training, Care, & Health GuideDr. Olivia Grace7h 22m4.8 (44)$10 · $0.00
You may also like
The Oregon Trail: Sketches of Prairie and Rocky-Mountain LifeFrancis Parkman13h 27m3.8 (16.3K)$1 · $0.00
The Last of the PlainsmenZane Grey7h 30m3.9 (2.3K)$17
The Malay Archipelago (Vol. 1&2) (Annotated)Alfred Russel Wallace25h 28m4.3 (2.2K)$3 · $0.00
White HuntersBrian Herne14h 21m4.3 (735)$25 · $0.00
The Voyage of the BeagleCharles Darwin21h 21m4.2 (17.1K)$1.20 · $0.00
The Last of the Plainsmen (Western Classic)Zane Grey7h 38m4.1 (1.1K)$2 · $0.00
West with the NightBeryl Markham8h 58m4.3 (52.7K)$20
TypeeHerman Melville10h 34m3.6 (6.2K)$20
The Oregon TrailFrancis Parkman13h 41m3.8 (6K)$20 · $0.00
Personal Narrative of Travels to the Equinoctial Regions of America: 1799-1804 (Annotated)Alexander von Humboldt, Aimé Bonpland65h 1m4.3 (649)$2 · $0.00
Bartram's TravelsWilliam Bartram16h 46m4.1 (868)$2 · $0.00
In the Far EastW. H. Davenport Adams3h 47m$2 · $0.00
The ForestStewart Edward White6h 29m4.0 (26)$1 · $0.00
The Romance of the Colorado RiverFrederick Samuel Dellenbaugh11h 19m3.8 (34)$2 · $0.00
The Stories of Canada's FrontierJulian Ralph7h 24m3.7 (15)$1 · $0.00
By Rock and Pool on an Austral Shore, and Other StoriesLouis Becke6h 6m$1 · $0.00
Life of Daniel Boone, the Great Western Hunter and PioneerCecil B. Hartley7h 16m2.7 (15)$1 · $0.00
Journeys and Experiences in Argentina, Paraguay, and ChileHenry Stephens10h 34m$2 · $0.00
Camp and TrailStewart Edward White3h 1m3.9 (49)$1 · $0.00
With the World's Great Travelers (Vol. 1-4) (Annotated)Various38h 48m$1.99 · $0.00