02481cam a22003373u 4500 52462 UtSlPG 20260610134217.0 m cr n 260607r2016||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 42003244 UtSlPG en iso639-1 G Gordon, W. J. (William John) Round About the North Pole Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2016 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2016-07-01 Produced by Richard Tonsing and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "Round About the North Pole" by W. J. Gordon is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work focuses on the history of Arctic exploration, detailing the notable voyages and attempts by various explorers to navigate and understand the challenging polar regions. It highlights the adventurous spirit and persistence of those who sought to uncover the mysteries of the North, including well-known figures and lesser-known expeditions that significantly contributed to our knowledge of the Arctic. The opening of the narrative introduces the theme of Arctic exploration, emphasizing the allure and intrigue surrounding the attempts to reach the North Pole and its surrounding areas. Gordon sets the stage by discussing various early explorers, including Viking settlers and notable figures such as Henry Hudson and Sebastian Cabot, showcasing their daring exploits as they navigated treacherous waters and discovered new territories. The text also touches upon the historical significance of these explorations and the unexpected knowledge gained, both about the geography of the Arctic and its historical implications for global trade and exploration. The account promises to capture readers’ imaginations with tales of adventure, danger, and the relentless human spirit in the face of nature's challenges. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Arctic regions North Pole Whymper, Edward, 1840-1911 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/52462 93296 93296