Uncle Philip's Conversations With The Young People About The Whale Fishery, And Polar Regions (1837)

Uncle Philip's Conversations with the Young People about the Whale Fishery and Polar Regions is a book written by Francis Lister Hawks in 1837. The book is a collection of conversations between Uncle Philip, an experienced sailor, and a group of young people who are curious about the whale fishery and the polar regions. Throughout the book, Uncle Philip shares his knowledge and experiences related to the whale fishery, including the different types of whales, the tools and techniques used to catch them, and the dangers and challenges faced by sailors in this line of work. He also talks about the polar regions, including the geography, climate, and wildlife found in these areas. The book is written in a conversational style, making it easy for young readers to understand and engage with the content. It is also illustrated with detailed engravings that help to bring the topics to life. Overall, Uncle Philip's Conversations with the Young People about the Whale Fishery and Polar Regions is an informative and engaging book that provides a fascinating glimpse into a little-known aspect of history. It is suitable for readers of all ages who are interested in learning more about the natural world and the adventures of sailors in the 19th century.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.