The book ""Life of Sir John Richardson"" by John McIlraith, published in 1868, is a biography of the renowned Scottish naval surgeon and Arctic explorer, Sir John Richardson. The book delves into the life and achievements of Richardson, who is known for his contributions to the field of natural history and his explorations of the Arctic regions. The biography begins with Richardson's early life and education, and then goes on to describe his naval career and his involvement in several Arctic expeditions, including those led by Sir John Franklin. The book also explores Richardson's scientific work, including his research on the flora and fauna of the Arctic, and his contributions to the study of marine biology.Throughout the book, McIlraith provides a detailed and insightful account of Richardson's life, drawing on a variety of sources including personal letters and journals. The book also includes illustrations and maps, which help to bring Richardson's expeditions and discoveries to life.Overall, ""Life of Sir John Richardson"" is a fascinating and informative biography of a remarkable individual, and is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Arctic exploration and natural history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.