In the fall of 1669, "the Nonsuch" returns to London with a load of fur from Hudson Bay. It brings something else, too -- the lost journal from Henry Hudson's ill-fated search for a passage to Cathay in 1611. The journal finds its way to the aged Robert Bylot and releases a flood of memories from his youth, some of them far from pleasant. As a young man, Bylot dreamed of becoming a famous explorer, and when his father died, he went to London where he faced the horrors of the plague -- an epidemic that tragically claimed his ...
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In the fall of 1669, "the Nonsuch" returns to London with a load of fur from Hudson Bay. It brings something else, too -- the lost journal from Henry Hudson's ill-fated search for a passage to Cathay in 1611. The journal finds its way to the aged Robert Bylot and releases a flood of memories from his youth, some of them far from pleasant. As a young man, Bylot dreamed of becoming a famous explorer, and when his father died, he went to London where he faced the horrors of the plague -- an epidemic that tragically claimed his sister. He then became the protege of the notorious mathematician and magician John Dee. After learning navigation, he signed on with Henry Hudson on his doomed voyage. Dee also gave Bylot a secret assignment for the trip: to bring back the most powerful of alchemical secrets. Will the journal and the dark recollections they bring up finally allow Bylot the peace of mind that has eluded him all these years? John Wilson's deft interweaving of history, science, mysticism, and a hero's journey make this one of his most exciting narratives.
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New. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 184 p. Northwest Passage, 3. Intended for a juvenile audience. In Stock. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Brand New, Perfect Condition, allow 4-14 business days for standard shipping. To Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. protectorate, P.O. box, and APO/FPO addresses allow 4-28 business days for Standard shipping. No expedited shipping. All orders placed with expedited shipping will be cancelled. Over 3, 000, 000 happy customers.
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Very Good+ in Very Good+, Not Price Clipped jacket. Book. Signed by Author(s) First edition, first printing as evidenced by a complete number line from 1 to 5; inscribed by John Wilson on the title page: "With thanks for your support of the B.C. Book Prize, John Wilson; " minor edge wear; otherwise a solid, clean copy in collectable condition; two removable silver seals on the front cover one reading "Finalist, The GGs" and the other "B.C. Book Prizes, Honour Book."
