An Arctic Boat Journey in the Autumn of 1854This book recounts Dr. Isaac Israel Hayes's experiences as surgeon on the Second Grinnell Arctic Expedition in 1854. It also includes proceedings from scientific societies regarding his proposed Arctic expedition. Published as a first edition, the book draws upon Hayes's family papers, diaries, and other unpublished primary sources, offering a detailed account of his Arctic explorations, his contributions to Arctic discovery, and his later work as a Civil War surgeon and New York State politician. The book includes illustrations.