Publisher's Synopsis
The Voyages of Captain Luke Foxe of Hull and Captain Thomas James V2: To Hudson's Bay in 1632 is a historical book that tells the story of two intrepid explorers who set out to discover new lands and resources in the early 17th century. The book is written by Luke Foxe, one of the captains who led the expedition, and it provides a detailed account of their journey to Hudson's Bay, which was then an uncharted territory in Northern Canada.The book is divided into two parts, each of which is dedicated to one of the captains. In the first part, Foxe describes his own journey, which took place in 1631-32. He recounts the challenges and dangers he and his crew faced as they sailed through the icy waters of the Arctic, battling freezing temperatures, storms, and treacherous ice floes. Foxe also provides a vivid description of the wildlife and landscapes he encountered, as well as the interactions he had with the native Inuit people.In the second part of the book, Captain Thomas James takes over the narrative and tells the story of his own expedition to Hudson's Bay, which took place a few years later, in 1633-34. James provides a detailed account of his own experiences, including his encounters with the Inuit people, his search for valuable resources such as furs and minerals, and his efforts to establish a trading post in the region.Throughout the book, Foxe and James provide a fascinating glimpse into the world of early explorers and the challenges they faced as they ventured into unknown territories. The book is filled with colorful descriptions of the landscapes, wildlife, and people they encountered, as well as detailed accounts of their daily lives and the hardships they endured. Overall, The Voyages of Captain Luke Foxe of Hull and Captain Thomas James V2: To Hudson's Bay in 1632 is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of exploration and the early days of North American settlement.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.
