Farthest North, Volume I

Farthest North, Volume I

by Fridtjof Nansen

Farthest North, Volume I, chronicles Fridtjof Nansen's Arctic expedition aboard the ship Fram from 1893 to 1896. This volume recounts the voyage itself, focusing on the ship's design, the challenges of navigating the Arctic ice, and the scientific observations made along the way. It also includes detailed accounts of interactions with the Inuit people, offering insights into their culture and way of life. This work is a cornerstone of polar exploration literature, offering a firsthand account of a groundbreaking scientific and adventurous journey.

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