Race to the Polar Sea: The Heroic Adventures of Elisha Kent Kane

Autori

• Ken McGoogan

Parametri

• 320 pagine
• 12 ore di lettura

• Biografie e pensieri
• Mappe e viaggi
• Saggistica
• Storia
• Turismo / Viaggi

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In the mid-1800s, a captivating notion emerged among geographers about a temperate "Open Polar Sea" surrounding the North Pole, reminiscent of ancient beliefs. The quest to find this mythical basin became a tantalizing challenge, promising immortal fame for the explorer who would uncover its secrets. This exploration theme highlights the allure of discovery and the fervent ambition of adventurers during this era.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2009

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