Explore the perilous and often tragic history of Arctic exploration and maritime activity in "The Toll Of The Arctic Seas." Deltus Malin Edwards masterfully recounts tales of daring expeditions, devastating shipwrecks, and the relentless challenges posed by the Arctic's unforgiving environment. From the early explorers driven by the lure of the Northwest Passage to the whalers and traders who braved the icy waters, this book reveals the human cost of venturing into the polar regions.