North West Passage -The Gjöa Expedition 1903-1907 (Volume I)

North West Passage -The Gjöa Expedition 1903-1907 (Volume I)

by Roald Amundsen

Roald Amundsen's 'North West Passage' is a firsthand account of his 1903-1907 expedition aboard the Gjöa, documenting the challenges and triumphs of the first successful transit of the Northwest Passage. The book delves into the harsh realities of arctic exploration, the intricacies of navigation, and the personal struggles and triumphs of the crew. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of early 20th-century maritime exploration and Amundsen's extraordinary leadership.

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2: 02 Making for the Polar Sea
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3: 03 In Virgin Water
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4: 04 The First Winter
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5: 05 Towards the Pole
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6: 06 Summer
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7: 07 The Second Winter
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8: 08 Part 1. The Inhabitants at the Magnetic North Pole
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