As affecting the fate of my absent husband

The tragic fate of the lost Franklin expedition (1845-48) is a well-known part of exploration history, but there has always been a gap in the story - a personal account that begs to be told. In As affecting the fate of my absent husband, Erika Behrisch Elce has collected the poignant letters of Sir John Franklin''s wife, Jane, which provide a vital new perspective on the tragedy. From her optimist...