The Great White North

The Great White North: The Story Of Polar Exploration From The Earliest Times To The Discovery Of The Pole is a comprehensive book by Helen S. Wright that chronicles the history of polar exploration. The book covers the earliest attempts to explore the Arctic and Antarctic regions, including the voyages of the Vikings and the Inuit, as well as the expeditions of famous explorers such as James Cook, Charles Darwin, and Robert Falcon Scott.The book also delves into the scientific discoveries made during these expeditions, including the study of flora and fauna, geology, and meteorology. It explores the challenges faced by explorers in these harsh environments, including extreme temperatures, dangerous wildlife, and treacherous terrain.The final section of the book focuses on the race to the North and South Poles, including the expeditions of Roald Amundsen, Robert Peary, and Ernest Shackleton. The book examines the controversies surrounding these expeditions, including claims of fraud and accusations of unethical conduct.Overall, The Great White North is a fascinating and informative book that provides a detailed account of the history of polar exploration. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of exploration, science, and adventure.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.