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100 1 _aScott, G. Firth,
_d1862?-1935
245 1 4 _aThe Romance of Polar Exploration :
_bInteresting Descriptions of Arctic and Antarctic Adventure from the Earliest Time to the Voyage of the "Discovery"
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2011
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2011-07-20
508 _aProduced by Steven Gibbs, Martin Pettit and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
520 _a"The Romance of Polar Exploration" by G. Firth Scott is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the captivating and perilous tales of Arctic and Antarctic exploration, detailing the heroic endeavors of various explorers from the earliest attempts to the notable voyages of Scott and others on the "Discovery". It explores the relentless challenge of competing against nature in the frozen realms, showcasing the courage and determination of these adventurers. The opening of the book sets the stage for an exploration into the mystical allure of the North and South Poles. It begins by highlighting the historical context of polar exploration, introducing legendary figures such as Sir John Franklin and others who ventured into the stark, ice-laden territories. The narrative reflects on the advancements and failures of early expeditions, emphasizing the ongoing fascination with the Poles and the enduring mysteries they hold. As Scott prepares to recount these tales, he outlines the significance of previous explorers and foreshadows the challenges and discoveries that characterized those monumental journeys into the unknown. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aAntarctica
653 _aArctic regions
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/36802
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