
Threshold of the Unknown Region
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Threshold of the Unknown Region by Clements Markham tells the story of polar exploration from its earliest days to the late 19th century. Markham, himself a polar explorer and the President of the Royal Geographical Society, provides a comprehensive and detailed account of the expeditions that have shaped our understanding of the Arctic and Antarctic. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the search for the Northwest Passage, the exploration of the North and South Poles, and the scientific discoveries made during these expeditions.Book Details
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