After the Lost Franklin Expedition - Lady Franklin and John Rae
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An examination of the aftermath of the Franklin expedition to find the North West Passage, which ended in disaster and the loss of all 129 men. Arctic explorer John Rae's report that Franklin's men had resorted to cannibalism embroiled him in a bitter dispute with Lady Franklin which led to the ruin of his reputation and career.
TitleAfter the Lost Franklin Expedition - Lady Franklin and John Rae
Author
Place of publicationYorkshire
PublisherPen and Sword History
Year of publication2019
MaterialBook
ISBN9781526727374
NotesClass number: Orkney Room 971