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What happens when the greatest explorer of his time uncovers a truth so devastating that an entire empire tries to bury it?
In 1854, Dr. John Rae returns from the frozen wasteland of the Arctic with the answer to the era's greatest mystery: the fate of Sir John Franklin's lost expedition. Armed with relics and the harrowing testimony of the Inuit, Rae reveals a grim reality of starvation and survival. But when he dares to trust the words of Indigenous people over the pride of the British Admiralty, he becomes the most hated man in London. Targeted by Lady Franklin and condemned by literary giants like Charles Dickens, Rae is ostracized for defending the Inuit and exposing the Royal Navy's darkest hour.
Beyond the ice and the political crossfire, Rae must navigate his own turbulent waters. From the haunting loss of his custom-built ship to the profound grief of a childless marriage, Rae's journey is as much about internal survival as it is about conquering the polar seas.
Why do we remember the myths of empire, but forget the men who sought the truth?
Dive into this meticulously researched historical novel that restores a forgotten hero to his rightful place. If you are captivated by tales of Arctic survival, Indigenous history, and the relentless pursuit of truth against insurmountable odds, this story will leave you breathless.
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Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - What happens when the greatest explorer of his time uncovers a truth so devastating that an entire empire tries to bury it In 1854, Dr. John Rae returns from the frozen wasteland of the Arctic with the answer to the era's greatest mystery: the fate of Sir John Franklin's lost expedition. Armed with relics and the harrowing testimony of the Inuit, Rae reveals a grim reality of starvation and survival. But when he dares to trust the words of Indigenous people over the pride of the British Admiralty, he becomes the most hated man in London. Targeted by Lady Franklin and condemned by literary giants like Charles Dickens, Rae is ostracized for defending the Inuit and exposing the Royal Navy's darkest hour.Beyond the ice and the political crossfire, Rae must navigate his own turbulent waters. From the haunting loss of his custom-built ship to the profound grief of a childless marriage, Rae's journey is as much about internal survival as it is about conquering the polar seas.Why do we remember the myths of empire, but forget the men who sought the truth Dive into this meticulously researched historical novel that restores a forgotten hero to his rightful place. If you are captivated by tales of Arctic survival, Indigenous history, and the relentless pursuit of truth against insurmountable odds, this story will leave you breathless. Seller Inventory # 9781808960192
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