{"product_id":"henry-hudson-and-the-murderous-arctic-mutiny-9781398251434","title":"Henry Hudson and the Murderous Arctic Mutiny","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eIn 1610, English explorer Henry Hudson embarked on a fourth expedition to find the Northwest Passage, but tensions flared and the crew lost faith in his leadership, leading to a mutiny. This Deadly Expeditions tale transports readers back in time to follow the voyage. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 32 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 07 December 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Capstone Global Library Ltd\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEnglish explorer Henry Hudson had long sought a faster, northern sailing route from Europe to Asia. Three previous expeditions had failed. In 1610, he embarked again to find the fabled Northwest Passage. But when icy waters stranded Hudson and his ship, the Discovery, in a bay for the winter, tensions flared. The crew lost faith in their captain's leadership and began to plot a mutiny.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTold through a gripping, full-color graphic novel format, this Deadly Expeditions tale transports readers back in time to follow the fourth and final voyage of Henry Hudson, bringing history to life for even the most reluctant and struggling readers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHudson had been obsessed with finding the Northwest Passage since his early days as a sailor. He had heard tales of the riches and wonders that lay beyond the Arctic Circle and had spent years mapping out potential routes. But the passage was elusive, and many explorers had come before him, only to return empty-handed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHudson's fourth expedition was different. He had a new ship, the Discovery, and a crew of seasoned sailors who were determined to find the passage. They sailed northward, battling harsh winds and freezing temperatures, until they reached the edge of the Arctic Circle.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBut then disaster struck. The Discovery was trapped in ice, and Hudson and his crew were forced to spend the winter in a small bay. They were surrounded by icebergs and had little food or supplies. The crew grew increasingly frustrated and restless, and tensions mounted.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOne day, a group of sailors led by a young officer named William Bligh decided to take matters into their own hands. They staged a mutiny, taking control of the ship and setting sail for the South Pacific. Bligh and his loyal followers left Hudson and his crew behind, hoping to find their way back to civilization.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHudson and his remaining crew were left to fend for themselves in the harsh Arctic winter. They were forced to ration their food and water, and they faced the constant threat of icebergs and freezing temperatures. They were also plagued by disease, and many of them died before they could be rescued.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDespite the odds, Hudson and his crew managed to survive. They were rescued by a passing ship in the spring, and they returned to Europe with tales of their incredible journey. Hudson's discovery of the Northwest Passage had finally been achieved, and he became a hero of the age.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe mutiny of the Discovery had a profound impact on the history of exploration. It showed that even the most seasoned and experienced explorers could be tempted by greed and ambition, and it led to the development of new safety protocols and regulations for expeditions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eToday, the story of Henry Hudson and the mutiny of the Discovery is celebrated as a testament to the human spirit and the power of determination. It is a reminder that even in the face of adversity, there is always hope for success and that the greatest achievements can be achieved through hard work and perseverance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 229 x 178 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781398251434\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"John Micklos Jr.","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44873477193978,"sku":"9781398251434","price":7.96,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1702057335792_book.jpg?v=1702281040","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/henry-hudson-and-the-murderous-arctic-mutiny-9781398251434","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}