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This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

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"A book that captures not just the grandeur of castles but the spirit of an age-a must-read for enthusiasts of medieval history and epic tales of valor." Delve into the heart of medieval fortresses, not just mere blocks of stone but marvels of military...

This scarce book was first published in 1908. It is a fascinating account of the Norwegian polar explorer, Amundsen’s, exploration of the Northwest Passage. Not only the first person to traverse the Passage, Amundsen was also the first to reach the North...

Un livre sur la conquête arctique de Launay. L'auteur raconte les aventures des explorateurs qui ont navigué dans les eaux glacées de l'Arctique et a captivé le monde avec ses aventures palpitantes.This work has been selected by scholars as being...

This compelling book recounts the harrowing journey of the Norwegian Aurora Polaris expedition to the North Pole in 1902-1903. Led by renowned explorer Otto Sverdrup, the team braved treacherous weather conditions, starvation, and dangerous encounters...

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This book provides a richly illustrated account of life in Greenland, based on the experiences of the authors during their travels in the region in the early 20th century. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the customs and traditions of...

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Fridtiof Nansen, 1861-1893 is a biographical book written by W.C. Brogger in 1896. The book explores the life and achievements of the Norwegian explorer, scientist, and diplomat, Fridtiof Nansen. Nansen is known for his groundbreaking expeditions to the...

Ce livre est une étude approfondie de la chronologie de l'empire byzantin entre 395 et 1057. Les lecteurs découvriront les événements clés de cette période ainsi que les enjeux politiques et sociaux qui ont façonné l'empire. Ce livre est idéal pour les...

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At a seminar at the University of Bergen, Norway, in September 2018, scholars from Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden presented and discussed various forms of source criticism and comparison with examples from the Arctic and Sub-Arctic regions of...

Unabridged. 97 original photographs and maps. An epic account of one of the most extraordinary feats of physical and mental endurance in a battle for survival in the most extreme natural conditions. Shackleton's 800 mile voyage with a crew of...

Charcot recounts his adventures as the leader of a scientific expedition to the Antarctic in this gripping memoir. He describes the challenges of living and working in one of the most hostile environments on the planet, as well as the scientific...

Dieses Buch beschreibt die Deutsche Südpolar-Expedition des Jahres 1901-1903, deren Ziel es war, die bis dahin unerforschte Antarktis zu erkunden. Der Leiter der Expedition, Erich von Drygalski, beschreibt die Route und die Entdeckungen der Expedition...

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The greatest undersea adventure of the 20th century.The Ice Diaries tells the incredible true story of Captain William R. Anderson and his crew's harrowing top-secret mission aboard the USS Nautilus, the world's first nuclear-powered submarine. Bristling...

In this gripping historical account, Atwater chronicles the scandalous reign of the Byzantine Emperor Justinian I, as revealed in the secret notes of his trusted advisor Procopius. A must-read for fans of ancient history and political intrigue.This work...

Ce livre raconte l'exploration de la mer libre du pôle nord, entre le Groenland et le pôle nord. L'auteur décrit les défis physiques et logistiques de cette expédition et partage ses observations sur le paysage et la faune de cette région inhospitalière...

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The fall of Constantinople in 1453 to the Ottoman armies led by Mehmed II marked a momentous event that had far-reaching repercussions across Renaissance Europe. This event catalyzed the migration of Byzantines to various regions, including Italy,...

"A remarkable book," Sir Ranulph Fiennes, the greatest Polar explorer in our lifetime.Winner of multiple book and audiobook awards.Here is the story of the life-and-death decisions made by the early Antarctic explorers. Historically accurate, complete...

Blake chronicles the harrowing experiences of polar explorer George E. Tyson and his crew, who were stranded on an ice floe for six months during an expedition in the late 1800s. The book also delves into the history of arctic exploration and the...

This book is an account of the second Dickson Expedition to Greenland, led by Nordenskiöld in the 19th century. The book describes the geographical and geological features of the island, the Inuit people and their way of life, and the scientific...

In diesem Buch beschreibt John Ross seine zweite Expedition zum Nordpol und gibt Einblicke in die Entdeckungen, die er gemacht hat. Dabei geht er auf die Natur, die Menschen und die Tiere ein, denen er begegnet ist.This work has been selected by scholars...

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This book contains extracts from the journal of the preliminary arctic expedition of 1877-78, led by Lieutenant George E. Tyson. It provides an account of the expedition's activities, the challenges faced by the crew, and the natural history of the...