Royal Geographical Society and the Arctic Expedition of 1875–76

Royal Geographical Society and the Arctic Expedition of 1875–76

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Markham, Clements Robert
Cambridge University Press
EAN: 9781108049719
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The enthusiasm of Sir Clements R. Markham (1830–1916) for travel and exploration started early and took him around the world. Originally a naval officer, he was later responsible for organising the geographical mapping of much of India, and brought the method of brewing pure quinine to India from his extensive travels in Peru. An active and influential member of the Hakluyt Society and Royal Geographical Society, Markham was instrumental in gathering support for this 1875–6 Arctic expedition. He gives a clear account of the funding, planning and aims, the execution of the journey, and how the research should be continued. In particular, he documents the physical activities involved on the expedition, including the surveying of coastal landforms, and the tradition of the Royal Navy in the Arctic. This 1877 template for scientific exploration demonstrates the approaches adopted in the nineteenth century, and is still of interest today.
EAN 9781108049719
ISBN 1108049710
Binding Paperback / softback
Publisher Cambridge University Press
Publication date August 23, 2012
Pages 116
Language English
Dimensions 216 x 140 x 7
Country United Kingdom
Authors Markham, Clements Robert
Illustrations 2 Maps
Series Cambridge Library Collection - Polar Exploration