Bøger af William Edward Parry

In this thought-provoking book, William Edward Parry offers his reflections on God's parental character. Drawing on biblical sources, he explores the nature of God's love, justice, and mercy, and argues that the concept of God as a loving parent is an essential part of Christian theology.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

First published in 1828, this gripping account tells the story of an ill-fated expedition to reach the North Pole. Led by William Edward Parry, the expedition faced a host of challenges, including harsh weather conditions, treacherous ice floes, and dwindling supplies. Despite ultimately falling short of their objective, Parry's narrative offers a thrilling glimpse into the spirit of adventure and exploration that defined the age of polar exploration, and remains a classic of the genre to this day.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Dieses Buch beschreibt die zweite Reise von William Edward Parry zur Entdeckung einer Nordwestlichen Durchfahrt aus dem Atlantischen in das Stille Meer im Jahre 1822. Es zeigt die Schwierigkeiten, die die Mannschaft bei der Überwindung des Eises hatte, und bietet somit einen Einblick in das Leben der Seefahrer im 19. Jahrhundert.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

"Journal of an African Cruiser" is a travel narrative written by Horatio Bridge. Published in 1845, the book recounts Bridge's experiences during his time serving as a naval officer aboard the USS Decatur on the coast of West Africa. The narrative provides insights into the challenges and observations of the African coast during the mid-19th century.Horatio Bridge's journal details his encounters with various African cultures, the landscapes, and the complexities of the slave trade, which was a significant focus of naval efforts in the region at that time. The work offers readers a firsthand account of the author's experiences and perspectives on the African coast and its maritime activities.For those interested in maritime history, naval exploration, and 19th-century perspectives on Africa, "Journal of an African Cruiser" provides a historical document that sheds light on the naval operations and cultural landscapes of the period.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Voyage vers le pôle Arctique dans la baie de Baffin, fait en 1818, par les vaisseaux de sa Majesté L'Isabelle et l'Alexandre commandés par le capitaine Ross et le lieutenant Pany, pour vérifier s'il existe un passage au Nord-Ouest de l'Océan Atlantique dans la mer Pacifique...Date de l'édition originale: 1819Le présent ouvrage s'inscrit dans une politique de conservation patrimoniale des ouvrages de la littérature Française mise en place avec la BNF.HACHETTE LIVRE et la BNF proposent ainsi un catalogue de titres indisponibles, la BNF ayant numérisé ces oeuvres et HACHETTE LIVRE les imprimant à la demande.Certains de ces ouvrages reflètent des courants de pensée caractéristiques de leur époque, mais qui seraient aujourd'hui jugés condamnables.Ils n'en appartiennent pas moins à l'histoire des idées en France et sont susceptibles de présenter un intérêt scientifique ou historique.Le sens de notre démarche éditoriale consiste ainsi à permettre l'accès à ces oeuvres sans pour autant que nous en cautionnions en aucune façon le contenu.Pour plus d'informations, rendez-vous sur www.hachettebnf.fr