Farthest North, Vol. I by Fridtjof Nansen

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Author Nansen, Fridtjof, 1861-1930
Contributor Sverdrup, Otto Neumann, 1854-1930
Title Farthest North, Vol. I
Being the Record of a Voyage of Exploration of the Ship 'Fram' 1893-1896
Credits Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed
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Summary "Farthest North, Vol. I" by Fridtjof Nansen is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work details the record of an exploratory voyage of the ship "Fram" from 1893 to 1896, alongside a lengthy sleigh journey undertaken by Nansen and Lieutenant Johansen. The book likely covers themes of adventure, exploration, and the challenges faced in the polar regions, emphasizing the human spirit's quest for knowledge. At the start of the narrative, Nansen sets the stage for his ambitious expedition into the Arctic, reflecting on the historical attempts to reach the North Pole and the motivations behind such endeavors. He discusses the enduring mystery and allure of the icy landscapes, acknowledging the sacrifices made by earlier explorers. The opening chapter captures the essence of human curiosity and resilience, introducing the reader to Nansen's plans for the journey, the construction and outfitting of the Fram, and the accompanying challenges and hopes for scientific discovery amidst the unknowns of the Arctic wilderness. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class G: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation
Subject Arctic regions -- Discovery and exploration
Subject "Fram" Expedition (1893-1896)
Subject Nansen, Fridtjof, 1861-1930 -- Travel -- Arctic regions
Category Text
EBook-No. 30197
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 1, 2022
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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