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This book chronicles the history of Arctic exploration and sets forth a compelling and comprehensive plan for establishing a temporary Arctic colony as the most effective means of reaching the North Pole. The author details the successes and failures of previous expeditions, and proposes a new approach that would combine the advantages of past efforts. The plan involves establishing a permanent base of operations at Lady Franklin Bay, from which a series of sledge and boat journeys would be launched in search of the Pole. The author argues that, with the colony providing ongoing support and supplies, explorers would be better equipped to endure the harsh conditions and could increase their chances of reaching the Pole. The book also discusses the broader scientific and geopolitical implications of Arctic exploration, establishing the author's proposal as not only a daring adventure but also a significant scientific and historical endeavor.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book chronicles the history of Arctic exploration and sets forth a compelling and comprehensive plan for establishing a temporary Arctic colony as the most effective means of reaching the North Pole. The author details the successes and failures of previous expeditions, and proposes a new approach that would combine the advantages of past efforts. The plan involves establishing a permanent base of operations at Lady Franklin Bay, from which a series of sledge and boat journeys would be launched in search of the Pole. The author argues that, with the colony providing ongoing support and supplies, explorers would be better equipped to endure the harsh conditions and could increase their chances of reaching the Pole. The book also discusses the broader scientific and geopolitical implications of Arctic exploration, establishing the author's proposal as not only a daring adventure but also a significant scientific and historical endeavor. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331742838_0
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Polar Colonization and Exploration (Classic Reprint)
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