02651cam a22003733u 4500 4229 UtSlPG 20260610133123.0 m cr n 260607r2003||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 G Amundsen, Roald, 1872-1928 Sydpolen. English The South Pole; an account of the Norwegian Antarctic expedition in the "Fram," 1910-12 — Volume 1 and Volume 2 Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2003 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Translation of Sydpolen. Release date is 2003-07-01 Produced by Jeroen Hellingman and Gregory B. Newby "The South Pole" by Roald Amundsen is a historical account detailing the Norwegian Antarctic expedition on the ship "Fram" during the early 20th century. Written in the early 20th century, this work recounts the harrowing journey of Amundsen and his team as they strive to become the first to reach the southernmost point on Earth. The narrative is both an adventurous tale and a detailed documentation of the challenges, strategies, and scientific observations made during their expedition. The opening of the book introduces the preparations and initial journeys of Amundsen's team as they set off for the South Pole. The narrative begins with the team establishing supply depots in the Antarctic and describes the harsh conditions encountered, such as frigid temperatures, crevassed terrains, and the logistics of traveling with sledges pulled by dogs. Amundsen's writing reflects the difficulties and triumphs of his journey, outlining how they adapted their plans based on the changing conditions they faced. The early pages also serve to emphasize the bond between the explorers and the meticulous nature of scientific observations made along the way. This combination of narrative and scientific detail sets a compelling backdrop for the ensuing adventure to the South Pole. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Amundsen, Roald, 1872-1928 -- Travel -- Antarctica South Pole -- Discovery and exploration -- Norwegian Antarctica -- Discovery and exploration -- Norwegian Nansen, Fridtjof, 1861-1930 Chater, Arthur G. (Arthur Grosvenor), 1866-1951 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/4229 46275 46275