The Crossing Of Antarctica
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: Vivian Fuchs And Edmund Hillary
Binding: Hardback
Published: Cassell & Company Limited, 1958
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Slight fading to spine and remnants of publishers compliments slip to front end paper
This book chronicles the historic Commonwealth Trans-Antarctic Expedition of 1955-1958, the first overland crossing of Antarctica via the South Pole. The narrative details the challenges faced by the expedition team, including extreme weather conditions, treacherous terrain, and logistical complexities. It provides an account of scientific observations, the establishment of bases, and the use of Sno-Cats and dog teams for transport. The book captures the spirit of exploration and the scientific endeavors undertaken in one of the world's most unforgiving environments.
Author: Vivian Fuchs And Edmund Hillary
Binding: Hardback
Published: Cassell & Company Limited, 1958
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Slight fading to spine and remnants of publishers compliments slip to front end paper
This book chronicles the historic Commonwealth Trans-Antarctic Expedition of 1955-1958, the first overland crossing of Antarctica via the South Pole. The narrative details the challenges faced by the expedition team, including extreme weather conditions, treacherous terrain, and logistical complexities. It provides an account of scientific observations, the establishment of bases, and the use of Sno-Cats and dog teams for transport. The book captures the spirit of exploration and the scientific endeavors undertaken in one of the world's most unforgiving environments.