Edward Belcher notebook
Collection
Identifier: Mss-245
Stefansson Mss-245
Description
The papers of Edward Belcher contain one pocket notebook entitled “Voyage to Iceland 1860”, detailing a voyage from Plymouth to Iceland in 1860. It mainly includes artist sketches of Iceland harbors and landscapes, architectural plans/notes, with observations on the ornithology, geology and geography of Iceland as well as course plotting.
Dates
- 1860
Creator
- Belcher, Edward, 1799-1877 (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
Unrestricted.
Conditions Governing Use
Permission from Dartmouth College required for publication or reproduction.
Extent
.10 linear ft. (1 notebook)
Language of Materials
English
Abstract
Edward Belcher (1799-1877). Contains one notebook used on a trip to Iceland in 1860. Of note are sketches of landforms, churches and architectural detailing.
Part of the Rauner Library Archives and Manuscripts Repository