Journey to the Arctic: The True Story of the Disastrous 1871 Mission to the North Pole

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Book Synopsis: “While floating down on the ice-floe, in the midst of dirt and darkness, hungry and cold… I wondered at myself that I could have learned, in a few short months, to have eaten such things, and submitted to such practices, as but few civilized persons have ever been called to endure.”

In June of 1871, navigator George E. Tyson and the Polaris sailed forth from New York to pursue an American dream—to be the first expedition to explore the icy waters of the North Pole. Led by Captain Hall, veteran Arctic explorer, and funded with a $50,000 grant from the U.S. Congress, it seemed the Polaris would not fail. But the voyage was doomed from the start: impassable ice-floes, a crew that couldn’t get along, and eventually the poisoning and untimely death of Captain Hall. Finally, as winter approached, Tyson and half the crew found themselves stranded on the Arctic ice, incapable of reconnecting with their ship. They would not be rescued for six months. Through Tyson’s detailed notes and a journal written upon the ice, Journey to the Arctic tells the harrowing tale of survival, slow starvation, and of men turned wild in frigid climes.

This definitive edition includes original engravings of the explorers and their findings, charts and maps of their journey, and a new introduction by famed adventure essayist and Arctic exploration expert Peter Stark.

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Immerse yourself in the chilling true story of the disastrous 1871 mission to the North Pole with "Journey to the Arctic." Discover the triumphs and tribulations of the brave navigator, George E. Tyson, as he and the crew of the Polaris embarked on a daring expedition to explore the icy waters of the Arctic. With a $50,000 grant from the U.S. Congress, this exploration seemed destined for success, but what unfolded was a tale of unimaginable hardships and tragic events.

Witness the struggles faced by the crew from the very beginning - impassable ice-floes impeding their progress, a crew plagued by conflicts, and the untimely poisoning and death of Captain Hall. As winter approached, the situation became desperate as Tyson and half the crew found themselves stranded on the barren Arctic ice, with no means of reaching their ship. Endurance, survival, and the will to live became their sole focus, as they battled slow starvation and the unforgiving elements.

Experience the true essence of this gripping tale through George E. Tyson's meticulously recorded notes and the poignant journal entries written upon the ice. "Journey to the Arctic" reveals the depths of the human spirit when faced with extreme circumstances, as the men fought against the odds to stay alive. This definitive edition also features original engravings of the brave explorers, detailed charts and maps of their perilous journey, and a compelling introduction by renowned adventure essayist and Arctic exploration expert, Peter Stark.

Are you ready to embark on this incredible journey into the heart of the Arctic? Discover the resilience and indomitable spirit of these explorers as they face unimaginable challenges. Experience their story firsthand with "Journey to the Arctic," a book that will keep you captivated from start to finish.

Start your journey today and order your copy of "Journey to the Arctic" now. Click here to embark on this epic adventure!

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