Antarctica - Otto Nordenskjold - Bog

Antarctica: Or Two Years Amongst The Ice Of The South Pole (1905) is a memoir written by Swedish explorer Otto Nordenskjold about his two-year expedition to Antarctica from 1901 to 1903. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part detailing the preparations and journey to the continent, and the second part describing their experiences and discoveries while living on the ice. Nordenskjold and his team faced numerous challenges during their expedition, including harsh weather conditions, treacherous terrain, and limited resources. They also encountered various wildlife, such as penguins, seals, and whales, and made important scientific discoveries about the geology, biology, and meteorology of the region. The memoir provides a detailed and personal account of Nordenskjold's experiences, including his relationships with his fellow explorers and the indigenous people they encountered. It also includes numerous photographs and illustrations that help to bring the story to life. Overall, Antarctica: Or Two Years Amongst The Ice Of The South Pole is a fascinating and informative account of one of the most challenging and important expeditions in the history of Antarctic exploration.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.