Scott's Last Expedition

Langue : anglais

Edité par Smith Elder and co, 1913

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First Edition, 2 volumes, 1913, a masterpiece of Antarctic information full of maps covering Scott's last expedition, The Terra Nova Expedition where he died. see photos of this 113 year old set of books for condition it has some slight foxing but is a must for any Antarctic book collector. "Scott's Last Expedition" is a poignant account of Robert Falcon Scott's ill-fated journey to the South Pole, chronicling the challenges faced by his team and their ultimate tragedy. "Scott's Last Expedition: The Journals" is a detailed account of Robert Falcon Scott's journey to Antarctica, specifically his Terra Nova expedition that took place from 1910 to 1913. The book captures Scott's personal reflections, the daily struggles of his team, and the harsh realities of polar exploration. It includes vivid descriptions of the Antarctic landscape, the scientific work undertaken, and the camaraderie among the crew members. Tragically, Scott and his team reached the South Pole on January 17, 1912, only to find that they had been beaten to the pole by Roald Amundsen's Norwegian expedition. The return journey proved fatal due to extreme weather conditions and lack of supplies, leading to the deaths of Scott and his companions Scott's journals provide a unique insight into the mindset of early 20th-century explorers and the spirit of adventure that drove them. His writings reflect not only the physical challenges faced but also the emotional and psychological toll of their expedition. The book has been published in various editions since its first release in 1913 and remains a significant work in the literature of exploration This book is not just a historical account; it is a testament to human endurance and the quest for knowledge in one of the most inhospitable environments on Earth. …

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Détails bibliographiques

Titre
Scott's Last Expedition
Auteur
Robert Falcon Scott
Éditeur
Smith Elder and co
Année de publication
1913
État de l'article
Satisfaisant
Reliure
Couverture rigide
Langue
anglais
Illustrateur
Ponting
Édition
Edition originale
Impression
1er tirage
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antarctic, Antarctica, antarctica, Captain Scott, Edward Wilson, Exploration

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