Author seeks to restore reputation of early Philadelphia explorer

Posted 4/25/09

Race to the Polar Sea by Ken McGoogan

Elisha Kent Kane packed a great deal of living into his brief life. He was a world traveler, doctor, soldier and polar explorer. What is remarkable about this native of 19th century Philadelphia is that he …

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