Hans Egede

A Description of Greenland

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Produktbeschreibung

Venture into the Arctic with Hans Egede's "A Description of Greenland," a captivating account of exploration and life in this remote and fascinating region. Originally written during Greenland's time as a Danish colony, this historical text offers a unique glimpse into the landscape, culture, and challenges faced by those who lived and traveled there. Egede's detailed observations paint a vivid picture of Greenland, making it an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of Arctic exploration and travel. Discover the realities of life in this harsh environment and gain insights into the interactions between the native population and the Danish colonists. Meticulously prepared for republication, this edition allows readers to experience firsthand accounts of a bygone era. "A Description of Greenland" remains a vital historical document, providing invaluable information and captivating stories for those fascinated by the history and geography of this extraordinary land. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 142
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 8mm
• Gewicht: 209g
• ISBN-13: 9781023563376
• ISBN-10: 1023563371
• Artikelnr.: 74021696

Autorenporträt

Hans Egede (1686-1758) was a Norwegian-Danish Lutheran missionary known as the 'Apostle of Greenland.' He embarked on a mission to search for the lost Norse colonies along Greenland's coasts but ultimately focused on establishing a mission among the Inuit populations. Egede's enduring legacy is rooted in his pioneering role in the Christianization and Westernization of Greenland and in establishing Danish sovereignty in the area. In 1721, Egede founded the colony of Godthåb, now known as Nuuk, the capital of Greenland. His devotion to the welfare of the Greenlanders and his efforts to record and understand their culture were pioneering. Egede's mastery of the local language led to the first comprehensive accounts of Greenland's indigenous inhabitants and their environment. His book 'A Description of Greenland' (1741) provides a detailed observation of Greenlandic life, including the geography, climate, wildlife, and the social customs of the Inuit people. The work remains a valuable resource for understanding 18th-century Greenland and serves as a testament to Egede's scholarly and humanitarian pursuits. Although his encounters were shaped by the colonial mindset of his time, Egede's work can be appreciated for its contributions to ethnography and the history of Greenland. His efforts helped lay the foundations for ongoing relations between Greenland and Denmark, an impact that reverberates to this day.