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Book Synopsis: In the late 1800s, “Arctic Fever” swept across the nation as dozens of American expeditions sailed north to the Arctic to find a sea route to Asia and, ultimately, to stand at the North Pole. Few of these missions were successful, and many men lost their lives en route. Yet failure did little to dampen the enthusiasm of new explorers or the crowds at home that cheered them on. Arctic exploration, Michael F. Robinson argues, was an activity that unfolded in America as much as it did in the wintry hinterland. Paying particular attention to the perils facing explorers at home, The Coldest Crucible examines their struggles to build support for the expeditions before departure, defend their claims upon their return, and cast themselves as men worthy of the nation’s full attention. In so doing, this book paints a new portrait of polar voyagers, one that removes them from the icy backdrop of the Arctic and sets them within the tempests of American cultural life. With chronological chapters featuring emblematic Arctic explorers—including Elisha Kent Kane, Charles Hall, and Robert Peary—The Coldest Crucible reveals why the North Pole, a region so geographically removed from Americans, became an iconic destination for discovery.
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Embark on a thrilling journey through the frozen wilderness of the Arctic with "The Coldest Crucible: Arctic Exploration and American Culture". Bursting with tales of daring expeditions and courageous explorers, this captivating book transports you to an era when the North Pole captured the nation's imagination. Join the ranks of Elisha Kent Kane, Charles Hall, and Robert Peary as they braved treacherous conditions, faced perilous challenges, and risked their lives in search of a sea route to Asia. Feel the pulse of "Arctic Fever" that swept across America in the late 1800s, compelling men to venture into the unknown.
Intriguingly, "The Coldest Crucible" not only delves into the hardships encountered in the Arctic, but also sheds light on the struggles faced by the explorers at home. Discover their untold stories of battling skepticism and garnering support to undertake these daring missions. Journey through the pages as you witness their intense dedication to their cause, defending their claims upon their return, and striving to establish themselves as true heroes worthy of the nation's admiration.
Author Michael F. Robinson presents a fresh perspective on polar voyagers, skillfully intertwining the tales of their trials and triumphs with the tempestuous backdrop of American cultural life. Unveiling the mystery of why the remote North Pole held such significance for the American people, "The Coldest Crucible" unveils the true essence of exploration and the indomitable spirit of those who dared to venture where no others had gone before.
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