The South Pole; an account of the Norwegian Antarctic expedition in the "Fram,"…
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"The South Pole" by Roald Amundsen is a historical account of the Norwegian Antarctic expedition aboard the "Fram" from 1910 to 1912. Written during the early 20th century, this work chronicles Amundsen’s pioneering journey to become the first person to reach the South Pole. The narrative is not only a detailed exploration of the challenges faced during this monumental trek, but it also pays homage to the teamwork and resilience of the
individuals involved in this harrowing and ambitious endeavor. The opening of the book provides a glimpse into the early stages of the expedition, where Amundsen outlines the organization's meticulous planning and preparation for the treacherous journey ahead. He details the establishment of supply depots during their exploration from February to April 1911, the use of dog sledges, and the dire necessity of efficiently managing their resources in the icy wilderness. Amundsen also notes the extreme temperatures faced and the adjustments made for their survival, including modifying their equipment. This section sets the tone for the grand adventure that follows, emphasizing the blend of scientific pursuit and personal determination that drove this historic expedition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Amundsen, Roald, 1872-1928 |
|---|---|
| Author of introduction, etc. | Nansen, Fridtjof, 1861-1930 |
| Translator | Chater, Arthur G. (Arthur Grosvenor), 1866-1951 |
| Title | The South Pole; an account of the Norwegian Antarctic expedition in the "Fram," 1910-1912 — Volume 1 |
| Note | Translation of Sydpolen. |
| Credits | This etext was produced by Jeroen Hellingman |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 77.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | G: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation |
| Subject | Amundsen, Roald, 1872-1928 -- Travel -- Antarctica |
| Subject | South Pole -- Discovery and exploration -- Norwegian |
| Subject | Antarctica -- Discovery and exploration -- Norwegian |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 3414 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-03414-0 |
| Release Date | Sep 1, 2002 |
| Last Update | Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1452 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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