In order to tire him they gave him a little longer line, rowing forward slowly the while, and Barents at intervals struck him with a rope.
"The Voyage of the Vega round Asia and Europe, Volume I and Volume II"
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Here from the mast-top an ice-field was seen, which it was impossible to see beyond, which compelled Barents to turn.
"The Voyage of the Vega round Asia and Europe, Volume I and Volume II"
A.E. Nordenskieold
Convinced that he could not reach the intended goal by this northern route, Barents determined, after consulting with his men, to turn south and sail to Vaygats.
"The Voyage of the Vega round Asia and Europe, Volume I and Volume II"
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