Description: This book recounts the harrowing experiences of the Lady Franklin Bay Expedition, a scientific endeavor in the Arctic regions during the late 19th century. The author, a seasoned Arctic explorer, details the challenges and triumphs of leading a team of men into the uncharted territories of the far north. Set against the backdrop of international efforts to establish circumpolar research stations, the narrative unfolds as a testament to human resilience and scientific curiosity. The author delves into the expedition's mission, objectives, and the meticulous planning involved in venturing into such extreme environments. Themes of leadership, camaraderie, and the indomitable human spirit permeate the account. The author's reflections on the physical and mental toll of Arctic exploration offer a profound understanding of the sacrifices made in the pursuit of knowledge. Ultimately, this book serves as a tribute to the courage and determination of those who dared to explore the Earth's most unforgiving frontiers, leaving an enduring legacy of scientific discovery and human perseverance. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.
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Original Language: English
Country/Region of Manufacture: America
Narrative Type: Nonfiction
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Book Title: Three Years of Arctic Service, Vol. 1 : An Account of the Lady Franklin Bay Expedition of 1881-84 and the Attainment of the Farthest North (Classic Reprint)
Number of Pages: 498 Pages
Language: English
Publisher: Forgotten Books
Item Height: 1 in
Publication Year: 2015
Topic: General
Illustrator: Yes
Genre: Travel, History
Item Weight: 23.2 Oz
Author: Adolphus W. Greely
Item Length: 9 in
Item Width: 6 in
Format: Trade Paperback
