Publisher's Synopsis
Venture into the perilous world of 19th-century Arctic exploration with "The Great Frozen Sea: A Personal Narrative of the Voyage of the Alert," by Albert Hastings Markham. This firsthand account chronicles the historic Nares expedition aboard the HMS Alert, offering a compelling glimpse into a daring polar voyage. Markham's narrative details the challenges and triumphs of navigating the treacherous Arctic landscape, providing invaluable insights into the realities of maritime history and the spirit of adventure that defined the era.
Explore the unforgiving beauty of the polar regions through the eyes of a seasoned explorer. Discover the meticulous planning, scientific endeavors, and sheer human resilience required to confront the unknown. A vital historical document, "The Great Frozen Sea" offers a captivating and enduring record of one of history's most ambitious attempts to conquer the Arctic. A must-read for anyone fascinated by polar exploration, maritime history, and the remarkable life of George S. Nares.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
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