Fridtjof Nansen's Farthest North V2, Part 1: Being The Record Of A Voyage Of Exploration Of The Ship Fram 1893-1896 (1897)

Fridtjof Nansen's Farthest North V2, Part 1: Being The Record Of A Voyage Of Exploration Of The Ship Fram 1893-1896 (1897) is a historical account of the Norwegian explorer's voyage to the North Pole. The book is divided into two parts, with this volume covering the first half of the journey. Nansen's expedition was undertaken aboard the ship Fram, which was specially designed to withstand the extreme conditions of the Arctic. The book documents the challenges faced by the crew, including harsh weather, treacherous ice, and encounters with polar bears. Nansen's scientific observations and discoveries are also detailed, including his theory of the polar drift. The book is a fascinating insight into the world of Arctic exploration in the late 19th century, and Nansen's pioneering spirit and determination continue to inspire adventurers today.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. Read more