Rare narrative about the New London, CT whaling industry from the perspective of the medical officer. Published from Taylor's journals from 1851-1853 by New London County Historical Society. Whaling vessel travels to region of the South Pole and Desolation Island, so is similar to Shackleford's misadventure years later. Must have for the exploration library. Limited to 900 copies as it was published by New London Historical Society. Must have for the exploration library. Numerous lithograph plates inside about whaling, whales and other wildlife and scenery. 2014 $40- ( )