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Author Amundsen, Roald, 1872-1928
Translator Chater, Arthur G. (Arthur Grosvenor), 1866-1951
Title The South Pole; an account of the Norwegian antarctic expedition in the "Fram," 1910-1912 — Volume 2
Note Translation of Sydpolen.
Note Reading ease score: 74.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits This etext was produced by Jeroen Hellingman
Summary "The South Pole" by Roald Amundsen is a historical account written during the early 20th century that chronicles the Norwegian Antarctic Expedition from 1910 to 1912 aboard the ship "Fram." The narrative focuses on Amundsen and his team's harrowing journey to become the first to reach the South Pole, as they navigate treacherous landscapes, harsh weather conditions, and the challenges of working with sled dogs and sledges. At the start of the book, the expedition prepares to set out toward the South Pole, detailing the initial excitement and trepidation as the team gears up on October 19. A clear day gives way to challenging weather, and the narrative presents vivid descriptions of the icy landscape as the expedition members start their journey over the sea ice and onto the Antarctic Barrier. Amundsen introduces his fellow crew members and shares their experiences, from navigating crevasses to managing the sled dogs. Tension builds as they encounter dangerous terrain, underscoring the mental and physical challenges of polar exploration while hinting at the perilous path that lies ahead. This opening effectively sets the stage for the arduous expedition and the spirit of camaraderie that bonds the team. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class G: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation
Subject Amundsen, Roald, 1872-1928 -- Travel -- Antarctica
Subject South Pole -- Discovery and exploration -- Norwegian
Subject Antarctica -- Discovery and exploration -- Norwegian
Category Text
EBook-No. 3415
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 8, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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