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Book Synopsis: In March 2014, Eric Larsen and Ryan Waters set out to traverse nearly 500 miles across the melting Arctic Ocean, unsupported, from Northern Ellesmere Island to the geographic North Pole. Despite being one of the most cold and hostile environments on the planet, the Arctic Ocean has seen a steady and significant reduction of sea ice over the past seven years due to climate change. Because of this, Larsen's and Waters' trip—dubbed the “Last North Expedition”—is expected to be the last human-powered trek to the North Pole, ever.
Filled with stunning, full-color photos and GPS maps plotting his progress, On Thin Ice is Larsen’s first-person account of this historic two-man expedition. Traveling across the retreating sea ice on skis, snowshoes, and even swimming through semi-frozen arctic slush, Larsen and Waters each pulled over 320 pounds of gear behind them on sleds through temperatures that plummeted to nearly 70 degrees below zero. At times, they covered little over a mile a day. They were stalked by polar bears and ran out of food. It was, in Larsen’s words, “easily one of the most difficult expeditions in the world.”
More than just a heart-stopping adventure narrative, however, On Thin Ice offers an intimate and haunting look at the rapidly changing face of the Arctic due to global climate change.
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Experience the thrill of a lifetime with On Thin Ice: An Epic Final Quest into the Melting Arctic! This captivating book takes you on an extraordinary journey across the Arctic Ocean, where adventurers Eric Larsen and Ryan Waters attempted an unprecedented 500-mile unsupported trek to the North Pole. As climate change rapidly melts the Arctic ice, this remarkable expedition is expected to be the last of its kind. Witness their incredible feat through breathtaking full-color photos and GPS maps, as Larsen shares his personal account of this historic expedition. Explore a world of freezing temperatures, polar bears, and survival against all odds.
On Thin Ice is not just an adrenaline-pumping adventure story, but a powerful wake-up call to the threats posed by global climate change. Discover the hauntingly beautiful yet rapidly changing face of the Arctic as Larsen delves into the impact of climate change on this fragile ecosystem. Be inspired to take action and make a difference.
Don't miss out on this gripping tale that combines high-stakes adventure with an urgent environmental message. Join Larsen and Waters as they battle extreme conditions, pulling over 320 pounds of gear behind them on sleds, enduring temperatures of up to 70 degrees below zero, and facing the constant danger of polar bears. Prepare to be amazed, exhilarated, and educated all at once.
Are you ready to embark on this incredible Arctic adventure and witness the effects of climate change firsthand? Get your copy of On Thin Ice now and be transported to a world of danger, resilience, and environmental awareness. Take action today, and together, let's protect our planet's fragile ecosystems for future generations to come. Order now.
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