Man And The Conquest Of The Poles
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Paul-Emile Victor
Binding: Hardback
Published: Hamish Hamilton, 1964
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing, price clipped
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Some tears to the dust jacket and foxing on dust jacket and pages.
Paul-Emile Victor's "Man And The Conquest Of The Poles" is a compelling work of non-fiction that chronicles humanity's enduring fascination with and relentless pursuit of understanding the Earth's polar regions. This historical account details the perilous expeditions, scientific discoveries, and the sheer human will required to navigate and survive in these extreme environments. It presents a vivid narrative of exploration, highlighting the courage and ingenuity of those who ventured into the Arctic and Antarctic. The book illustrates the significant impact of these journeys on our geographical and scientific knowledge, offering a profound look at the history of polar exploration.
Author: Paul-Emile Victor
Binding: Hardback
Published: Hamish Hamilton, 1964
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing, price clipped
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Some tears to the dust jacket and foxing on dust jacket and pages.
Paul-Emile Victor's "Man And The Conquest Of The Poles" is a compelling work of non-fiction that chronicles humanity's enduring fascination with and relentless pursuit of understanding the Earth's polar regions. This historical account details the perilous expeditions, scientific discoveries, and the sheer human will required to navigate and survive in these extreme environments. It presents a vivid narrative of exploration, highlighting the courage and ingenuity of those who ventured into the Arctic and Antarctic. The book illustrates the significant impact of these journeys on our geographical and scientific knowledge, offering a profound look at the history of polar exploration.