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The Frozen Ship: The Histories and Tales of Polar Exploration
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- 256 pages
- Reading time
- 9 hours
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Focusing on the rich history of polar exploration, this book delves into the narratives of renowned explorers like Shackleton and Amundsen while highlighting themes of endurance, obsession, and self-sacrifice. It explores the life-threatening risks involved, the allure of frozen landscapes, and the complexities of national identity tied to these expeditions. Additionally, it sheds light on indigenous communities, the overlooked contributions of women, and even fictional interpretations of polar journeys, offering a comprehensive view of this captivating subject.
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The Frozen Ship: The Histories and Tales of Polar Exploration, Sarah Moss
- Language
- Released
- 2006
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- Title
- The Frozen Ship: The Histories and Tales of Polar Exploration
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Sarah Moss
- Publisher
- BlueBridge
- Released
- 2006
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 256
- ISBN13
- 9781933346038
- Category
- About Literature, Almanacs, Anthologies, Yearbooks, Calendars
- Description
- Focusing on the rich history of polar exploration, this book delves into the narratives of renowned explorers like Shackleton and Amundsen while highlighting themes of endurance, obsession, and self-sacrifice. It explores the life-threatening risks involved, the allure of frozen landscapes, and the complexities of national identity tied to these expeditions. Additionally, it sheds light on indigenous communities, the overlooked contributions of women, and even fictional interpretations of polar journeys, offering a comprehensive view of this captivating subject.