Beyond The Barrier With Byrd

Beyond The Barrier With Byrd An Authentic Story Of The Byrd Antarctic Exploring Expedition

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Publisher's Synopsis

""Beyond The Barrier With Byrd"" is a non-fiction book written by Harry Adams that provides an authentic account of the Byrd Antarctic Exploring Expedition. The book takes readers on a thrilling journey through the icy and treacherous terrain of Antarctica, as experienced by the expedition team led by the renowned explorer, Admiral Richard E. Byrd. Adams, who was a member of the expedition, provides a firsthand account of the challenges and triumphs faced by the team during their expedition. He describes the harsh climate, the dangers of crevasses and ice falls, and the isolation of the expedition base camp. The book also delves into the scientific and exploratory objectives of the expedition, including mapping uncharted territories, studying the geology and meteorology of the region, and conducting experiments in radio communication and aviation. Through vivid descriptions and personal anecdotes, Adams captures the spirit of adventure and determination that drove the expedition team to push beyond the barrier of Antarctica and achieve their goals. Overall, ""Beyond The Barrier With Byrd"" is a captivating and informative read that offers a unique perspective on one of the most iconic Antarctic expeditions of the 20th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Book information

ISBN: 9781163193648
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 252
Weight: 340g
Height: 152mm
Width: 229mm
Spine width: 13mm