Early Dutch And English Voyages To Spitsbergen In The Seventeenth Century

''Early Dutch and English Voyages to Spitsbergen in the Seventeenth Century'' is a historical account of the expeditions undertaken by Dutch and English explorers to the Arctic island of Spitsbergen during the 17th century. The book is written by Basil Soulsby, a renowned historian and scholar of polar exploration.The book provides a detailed description of the various voyages made by the Dutch and English to Spitsbergen, which was then known as the ''Island of Bears''. It covers the period from 1603 to 1682, during which time the island was a major center for the hunting of whales, walruses, and other Arctic animals.The author has meticulously researched and documented the accounts of the voyages, which include the experiences of the explorers, their interactions with the local Inuit people, and the challenges they faced in the harsh Arctic environment. The book also includes maps, illustrations, and other visual aids that help to bring the stories to life.Overall, ''Early Dutch and English Voyages to Spitsbergen in the Seventeenth Century'' is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of Arctic exploration and the early interactions between European explorers and indigenous peoples.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.