Description
Book Synopsis: For the last decade, Gretel Ehrlich has been obsessed by an island, a terrain, a culture, and the treacherous beauty of a world that is defined by ice. In This Cold Heaven she combines the story of her travels with history and cultural anthropology to reveal a Greenland that few of us could otherwise imagine.
Ehrlich unlocks the secrets of this severe land and those who live there; a hardy people who still travel by dogsled and kayak and prefer the mystical four months a year of endless darkness to the gentler summers without night. She discovers the twenty-three words the Inuit have for ice, befriends a polar bear hunter, and comes to agree with the great Danish-Inuit explorer Knud Rasmussen that “all true wisdom is only to be found far from the dwellings of man, in great solitudes.”
This Cold Heaven is at once a thrilling adventure story and a meditation on the clarity of life at the extreme edge of the world.
Details
Experience the breathtaking beauty of Greenland like never before with Gretel Ehrlich's best-selling book, "This Cold Heaven: Seven Seasons in Greenland." Immerse yourself in Ehrlich's captivating storytelling as she takes you on a journey through an island defined by ice. Through her unique blend of travel anecdotes, historical insights, and cultural exploration, Ehrlich unveils a Greenland that will leave you in awe.
Peek into the lives of the incredible Greenlandic people who thrive in this harsh and unforgiving environment. Discover their ancient traditions of traveling by dogsled and kayak, their deep connection to nature, and their remarkable resilience in the face of extreme conditions. Ehrlich's encounters with a polar bear hunter give you an intimate glimpse into the lives of those who have mastered the art of surviving in this frozen paradise.
From the 23 Inuit words for ice to the mystique surrounding the four months of uninterrupted darkness, Ehrlich uncovers the secrets of Greenland that will ignite your curiosity. You'll find yourself enchanted by the beauty of solitude and deeply moved by the profound wisdom that can only be found in the remotest corners of the world.
Indulge in the thrill of adventure and let your imagination roam as Ehrlich's words paint vivid pictures of this extraordinary land. "This Cold Heaven" is not only a gripping tale of exploration but also a profound meditation on the true essence of life. The raw and unfiltered experience of the extreme edge of the world will leave you longing for more.
Embark on a journey to Greenland's icy wonderland now and elevate your understanding of the world we inhabit. Join Gretel Ehrlich in unraveling the secrets of This Cold Heaven. Embrace the unknown and immerse yourself in a world that challenges and awakens the very core of your being.
Discover More Best Sellers in Arctic & Antarctica
Shop Arctic & Antarctica
The Arctic: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions)
$10.03
Arctic & Antarctica - The Arctic: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions)
Labyrinth of Ice: The Triumphant and Tragic Greely Polar Expedition
$19.90
Arctic & Antarctica - Labyrinth of Ice: The Triumphant and Tragic Greely Polar Expedition
$18.99
Arctic & Antarctica - Island of the Blue Foxes: Disaster and Triumph on the World's Greatest Scientific Expedition (A Merloyd Lawrence Book)
A Landscape Approach: From Local Communities to Territorial Systems
$30.49
Arctic & Antarctica - A Landscape Approach: From Local Communities to Territorial Systems
Shackleton: By Endurance We Conquer
$19.25
Arctic & Antarctica - Shackleton: By Endurance We Conquer
Icebound: Shipwrecked at the Edge of the World
$13.99
Arctic & Antarctica - Icebound: Shipwrecked at the Edge of the World
