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Book Synopsis: The author of Barrow's Boys offers a fascinating look at the exploration of the Arctic in the nineteenth century. Named a Best Book of the Year by the New York Times Book Review, the Seattle Times, Publishers Weekly, and Time. In the nineteenth century, theories about the North Pole ran rampant. Was it an open sea? Was it a portal to new worlds within the globe? Or was it just a wilderness of ice? When Sir John Franklin disappeared in the Arctic in 1845, explorers decided it was time to find out.
In scintillating detail, Ninety Degrees North tells of the vying governments (including the United States, Great Britain, Germany, and Austria-Hungary) and fantastic eccentrics (from Swedish balloonists to Italian aristocrats) who, despite their heroic failures, often achieved massive celebrity as they battled shipwreck, starvation, and sickness to reach the top of the world.
Drawing on unpublished archives and long-forgotten journals, Fergus Fleming recounts this riveting saga of humankind's search for the ultimate goal with consummate craftsmanship and wit.
“Barely a page goes by without the loss of a crew member or a body part. Fleming [is] a marvelous teller of tales—and a superb thumbnail biographer.” —The Observer
“A fable of men driven to extremes by the lust for knowledge as epic as a Greek myth.” —Time
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Step into the captivating world of Arctic exploration with Ninety Degrees North: The Quest for the North Pole Book. Follow the thrilling tales of brave explorers from various nations as they embarked on perilous journeys to uncover the mysteries of the North Pole. Discover the intrigue, the danger, and the untold stories of those who risked it all in pursuit of this ultimate goal.
Named a Best Book of the Year by prestigious publications, including the New York Times Book Review and Time, Ninety Degrees North is a riveting account of humanity's relentless quest for knowledge and discovery. Uncover the gripping narratives of heroic failures, ambitious endeavors, and ultimate triumphs in this meticulously researched and brilliantly narrated book.
Immerse yourself in the world of Arctic exploration like never before with Ninety Degrees North. Delve into the long-forgotten journals and unpublished archives that reveal the extraordinary struggles and triumphs of those who dared to venture into the icy unknown. Experience the thrill of the chase and the allure of the great unknown in this compelling read.
Are you ready to embark on a journey to the frozen frontier of the North Pole? Dive into the pages of Ninety Degrees North: The Quest for the North Pole Book and experience the thrill of Arctic exploration firsthand. Join the ranks of legendary explorers and discover the secrets of the icy realm. Order your copy now!
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