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Polar exploration is depicted as a pursuit filled with both peril and allure, drawing individuals willing to face extreme challenges for potential glory. The book recounts the gripping narratives of iconic explorers like Scott, Shackleton, and Amundsen, alongside lesser-known figures such as Fridtjof Nansen and Robert Peary. Additionally, it explores the profound impact of polar regions on artists and writers over the past two centuries, showcasing the creative works inspired by these desolate landscapes.
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A Short History of Polar Exploration, Nick Rennison
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- Released
- 2014
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- Title
- A Short History of Polar Exploration
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Nick Rennison
- Publisher
- Oldcastle Books
- Released
- 2014
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 160
- ISBN13
- 9781843440901
- Category
- World history
- Description
- Polar exploration is depicted as a pursuit filled with both peril and allure, drawing individuals willing to face extreme challenges for potential glory. The book recounts the gripping narratives of iconic explorers like Scott, Shackleton, and Amundsen, alongside lesser-known figures such as Fridtjof Nansen and Robert Peary. Additionally, it explores the profound impact of polar regions on artists and writers over the past two centuries, showcasing the creative works inspired by these desolate landscapes.