Antarctic Adventure

Antarctic Adventure: Scott's Northern Party is a book written by Raymond Edward Priestley in 1915. The book is a detailed account of the journey of six men who were part of the British Antarctic Expedition of 1910-1913 led by Robert Falcon Scott. The book focuses on the journey of the Northern Party, which was a group of men led by Victor Campbell who were sent to explore the unexplored regions of Antarctica.The book is a gripping narrative of the challenges faced by the Northern Party during their journey. The men had to endure harsh weather conditions, blizzards, and extreme cold. They had to travel on foot, dragging heavy sledges with them, and had to cross treacherous crevasses and glaciers. The book also describes the wildlife they encountered, including seals, penguins, and whales.The book is a first-hand account of the expedition, as Priestley was a member of the team. He describes the daily routines of the men, their food, clothing, and equipment. He also provides insights into the personalities of the men, their camaraderie, and the challenges they faced as a team.Overall, Antarctic Adventure: Scott's Northern Party is a fascinating account of one of the greatest adventures in human history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in exploration, adventure, and the human spirit.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.