Farthest North (The Complete Two-Volume Edition) (eBook)

An Epic Arctic Adventure of Exploration and Triumph

Fridtjof Nansen (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2023
654 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
859-654779279-6 (EAN)

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Fridtjof Nansen's 'Farthest North (The Complete Two-Volume Edition)' is a gripping account of his 1893 Arctic expedition. Written in a detailed and vivid literary style, the book captures the harsh conditions and challenges faced by the crew as they strive to reach the North Pole. Nansen's scientific observations and personal reflections provide insight into the mindset of explorers during the golden age of polar exploration. This narrative work stands out for its combination of firsthand adventure and scientific rigor, making it a valuable historical document. Fridtjof Nansen, a Norwegian explorer, scientist, and diplomat, draws on his own experiences leading the expedition to craft a compelling and informative narrative. His background in zoology and oceanography lends credibility to the scientific aspects of the book. Nansen's dedication to exploration and his innovative approach to polar travel are evident throughout the text, making him a respected figure in the field of Arctic exploration. For readers interested in the history of polar exploration, 'Farthest North' is a must-read. Nansen's detailed account offers a unique perspective on the challenges and triumphs of Arctic exploration, making it a valuable addition to any library of adventure literature.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 28.12.2023
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Biografien / Erfahrungsberichte
• Themenwelt: Reisen ► Reiseberichte ► Welt / Arktis / Antarktis
• Schlagworte: adventure writing • adventurous travel • Antarctic discovery • Arctic Exploration • Arctic Tomb • Biography • epic adventure • exploration memoir • exploration narrative • FRAM • Frederick Cook • Glory & Honor • historical accounts • Historical memoir • historical nonfiction • Hjalmar Johansen • Ice-covered voyage • Nordic authors • Northern journey • Norwegian explorer • Norwegian literature • polar expedition • Roald Amundsen • Robert Peary • Sir Ernest Shackleton • Sir James Clark Ross • Sir John Franklin • Travel Literature