Nearest The Pole: A Narrative Of The Polar Expedition Of The Peary Arctic Club (1907)

By Robert Edwin Peary

Book Overview

""Nearest The Pole"" is a first-hand account of the polar expedition of the Peary Arctic Club, led by Robert Edwin Peary, in 1907. The book chronicles the harrowing journey of Peary and his team as they make their way towards the North Pole, facing treacherous weather conditions, dangerous terrain, and unpredictable wildlife. Peary describes the challenges of navigating through the Arctic landscape, including the use of sled dogs, and the constant threat of frostbite and other injuries. Along the way, he also provides insights into the culture and customs of the indigenous people of the region, including the Inuit. The book is a thrilling adventure story that offers a fascinating glimpse into the early days of polar exploration, and the courage and determination required to undertake such a perilous journey.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1167016947
• ISBN13: 9781167016943
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 434 Pages
• Weight: 1.63 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 7.5" x 9.3"