The year, 1912 marked the height of the heroic age of exploration of the Antarctic region. In this book, the author draws on his own experiences to portray tales of endurance, sacrifice, technological innovation that laid the foundation for later explorations. Book inlcudes several black & white images of the Antarctic and its explorers. Great book for the adventurers amongst us.
1912: The Year the World Discovered Antarctica
Title: 1912: The Year the World Discovered Antarctica
Author: Chris Turney
Edition: First UK Edition
Publication Date: 2012
Publisher: Bodley Head, London, England
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 358 pages
Dust Cover: Dustjacket in very good condition. No rips or marks. Residue of old price sticker front of dustjacket
Condition: Black boards. Title written in silver gilt lettering on spine. Boards in great condition with tight binding. Pages clean and legible with no marks. Book in very good condition
ISBN: 1847921744
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