Antarctica: Or Two Years Amongst The Ice Of The South Pole (1905) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781166546564)

Antarctica: Or Two Years Amongst The Ice Of The South Pole is a book written by Otto Nordenskjold and originally published in 1905. The book is a detailed account of Nordenskjold's two-year expedition to Antarctica, during which he and his team explored the uncharted regions of the South Pole. The book is divided into 15 chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of the expedition. Nordenskjold describes the harsh conditions of the Antarctic environment, including the extreme cold, the blizzards, and the dangers of crevasses and icebergs. He also discusses the various scientific experiments that were conducted during the expedition, including studies of the geology, meteorology, and biology of the region. Throughout the book, Nordenskjold provides vivid descriptions of the landscapes and wildlife of Antarctica, including the magnificent ice formations, the seals and penguins, and the stunning displays of the Aurora Australis. He also shares personal anecdotes about the challenges and triumphs of the expedition, as well as the camaraderie and teamwork of his fellow explorers. Antarctica: Or Two Years Amongst The Ice Of The South Pole is a fascinating and informative account of one of the most daring and adventurous expeditions in history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of exploration, the natural world, or the human spirit of adventure.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.

Author: Otto Nordenskjold, Johan Gunnar Andersson
ISBN-10: 116654656X
ISBN-13: 9781166546564
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 638
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.42lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.56d