Description: May We Be Spared to Meet on Earth collects the private correspondence of the officers and sailors who set out in May 1845 on the Erebus and Terror for Sir John Franklin's fateful Arctic expedition, providing new insights into the personalities of those on board, the voyage's significance, and the dawning realization that they might never return.
Brief description: Peter Carney writes the Erebus and Terror Files blog and has had a lifelong interest in archaeology. He lives in Hastings, UK.
Review Quotes: "May We Be Spared to Meet on Earth is a fantastic book that would be a valuable addition to the bookshelf of any maritime historian. The quality of this collection is a testament to the knowledge, dedication and skills of the editorial team, and they deserve significant appreciation for their service to future researchers." International Journal of Maritime History