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Book Synopsis: Arctic historian Ken McGoogan approaches the legacy of nineteenth-century explorer Sir John Franklin from a contemporary perspective and offers a surprising new explanation of an enduring Northern mystery.
Two of Arctic explorer Sir John Franklin’s expeditions were monumental failures—the last one leading to more than a hundred deaths, including his own. Yet many still see the Royal Navy man as a heroic figure who sacrificed himself to discover the Northwest Passage.
This book, McGoogan’s sixth about Arctic exploration, challenges that vision. It rejects old orthodoxies, incorporates the latest discoveries, and interweaves two main narratives. The first treats the Royal Navy’s Arctic Overland Expedition of 1819, a harbinger-misadventure during which Franklin rejected the advice of Dene and Métis leaders and lost eleven of his twenty-one men to exhaustion, starvation and murder. The second discovers a startling new answer to that greatest of Arctic mysteries: what was the root cause of the catastrophe that engulfed Franklin’s last expedition?
The well-preserved wrecks of Erebus and Terror—located in 2014 and 2016—promise to yield more clues about what cost the lives of the expedition members, some of whom were reduced to cannibalism. Contemporary researchers, rejecting theories of lead poisoning and botulism, continue to seek conclusive evidence both underwater and on land.
Drawing on his own research and Inuit oral accounts, McGoogan teases out many intriguing aspects of Franklin’s expeditions, including the explorer’s lethal hubris in ignoring the expert advice of the Dene leader Akaitcho. Franklin disappeared into the Arctic in 1845, yet people remain fascinated with his final doomed voyage: what happened? McGoogan will captivate readers with his first-hand account of travelling to relevant locations, visiting the graves of dead sailors and experiencing the Arctic—one of the most dramatic and challenging landscapes on the planet.
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Are you intrigued by the mysteries of the Arctic? Do you crave a thrilling adventure that combines history, exploration, and a dash of mystery? Look no further than "Franklin: New Answers to the Great Arctic Mystery" by Ken McGoogan. This captivating book approaches the legacy of Sir John Franklin, a legendary Arctic explorer, from a fresh and contemporary perspective. Prepare to be enthralled as McGoogan challenges old narratives, incorporates the latest discoveries, and unveils a surprising new explanation for an enduring Northern mystery.
Embark on a journey that takes you back to the Royal Navy’s Arctic Overland Expedition of 1819. This harbinger-misadventure reveals Franklin's fatal mistake - his rejection of the advice from Dene and Métis leaders, resulting in the loss of eleven lives to exhaustion, starvation, and murder. But that's not all! McGoogan delves even deeper into the enigma of Franklin's last expedition and presents a startling new answer to the greatest of all Arctic mysteries. Uncover the root cause of the catastrophe that claimed over a hundred lives, and be prepared for shocking revelations that challenge common theories of lead poisoning and botulism.
With the discovery of the well-preserved wrecks of Erebus and Terror, the search for answers continues. Join contemporary researchers as they delve into the depths of the Arctic waters and scour the land for conclusive evidence. McGoogan, drawing on his own research and Inuit oral accounts, teases out intriguing aspects of Franklin's expeditions. Experience the thrill of exploration as he describes his own journey to relevant locations, visiting the graves of fallen sailors and immersing himself in the unforgiving Arctic landscape.
Don't miss out on the opportunity to unravel the secrets of one of history's greatest Arctic mysteries. Immerse yourself in the world of "Franklin: New Answers to the Great Arctic Mystery" and prepare to be captivated by Ken McGoogan's enthralling storytelling. Get your copy today and embark on an unforgettable adventure.
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