No Mans Land: A History Of Spitsbergen From Its Discovery In 1596 To The Beginning Of The Scientific Exploration Of The Country (1906)

No Man¿¿¿¿¿¿¿s Land by William Martin Conway is a comprehensive historical account of Spitsbergen, an archipelago located in the Arctic Ocean. The book covers the period from the island's discovery in 1596 by Willem Barents, a Dutch explorer, to the beginning of scientific exploration in 1906. Conway provides a detailed description of the geography, geology, and natural resources of Spitsbergen, as well as the various expeditions and attempts to establish settlements on the island. The book also delves into the political and economic factors that influenced the exploration and exploitation of the island, including the rivalry between European powers and the emergence of the whaling industry.No Man¿¿¿¿¿¿¿s Land is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of Arctic exploration and the development of the polar regions. The book is written in a clear and engaging style, and is accompanied by maps, illustrations, and photographs that help bring the story to life.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.