History of the Voyages and Discoveries Made in the North (1786) : Kessinger Publishing : 9781161905205 : 1161905200 : 23 May 2010 : ""History of the Voyages and Discoveries Made in the North"" is a book written by Johann Reinhold Forster in 1786. It is a comprehensive account of the various voyages and explorations that were made in the northern regions of the world, including the Arctic and the North Atlantic. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the history of the region, the geography and climate, the flora and fauna, and the cultures and societies of the indigenous peoples. The author provides detailed descriptions of the expeditions of famous explorers such as James Cook, William Baffin, and Martin Frobisher, as well as lesser-known adventurers like John Ross and William Scoresby. Forster's account is based on his own extensive research, as well as on the writings of other explorers and scholars. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of