Excerpt from My Life as an Explorer
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Destinazione, tempi e costiDa: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Codice articolo LW-9780282556914
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Da: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Regno Unito
PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Codice articolo LW-9780282556914
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Da: Forgotten Books, London, Regno Unito
Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book chronicles the author's lifelong journey to become a polar explorer, a dream ignited at the age of fifteen by the captivating tales of Sir John Franklin's Arctic expeditions. From rigorous physical training in the snowy mountains of Norway to navigating treacherous ice fields as a young sailor, the author's determination to conquer the unknown shines through. The narrative delves into the author's early experiences aboard the Belgian Antarctic Expedition, where he faced the perils of being icebound for thirteen months and witnessed the devastating effects of scurvy. This harrowing account underscores the importance of leadership, resourcefulness, and scientific knowledge in the face of extreme adversity. The excerpt concludes with the author embarking on his own historic quest ââ â the first successful navigation of the Northwest Passage. This achievement, fueled by meticulous planning and unwavering resolve, stands as a testament to the human spirit's ability to overcome seemingly insurmountable challenges. Through the author's personal story, this book offers timeless insights into the nature of exploration, the value of scientific inquiry, and the enduring power of human ambition. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Codice articolo 9780282556914_0
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Da: The Book Garden, Bountiful, UT, U.S.A.
Trade Paperback. Condizione: Very Good - Cash. Minor rubbing and edge wear to cover, with light reader wear to pages. Some indentation and light creasing to the front cover. Still great condition. Secure pages, solid binding. Stock photos may not look exactly like the book. Codice articolo 1006822
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Da: mountain, GEORGETOWN, CO, U.S.A.
paperback. Condizione: Good. softcover book light wear to cover and book edges, has some light reader wear. Codice articolo mon0000003709
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Da: Friends of Pima County Public Library, Tucson, AZ, U.S.A.
Condizione: Good. Paperback. NOT Ex-library. This item is in good condition. May show moderate signs of use. Until further notice, USPS Priority Mail only reliable option for Hawaii. Proceeds benefit the Pima County Public Library system, which serves Tucson and southern Arizona. Codice articolo 529UHD000BLP
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Da: Vive Liber Books, Somers, CT, U.S.A.
Condizione: good. Pages are clean with normal wear. May have limited markings & or highlighting within pages & or cover. May have some wear & creases on the cover. The spine may also have minor wear. May not include CD DVD, access code or any other supplemental materials. Codice articolo VLM.M07
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