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My Attainment of the Pole - Being the Record of the Expedition That First Reached the Boreal Center 1907-1909 With the Final Summary of the Polar Controversy - cover

My Attainment of the Pole - Being the Record of the Expedition That First Reached the Boreal Center 1907-1909 With the Final Summary of the Polar Controversy

Frederick Albert Cook

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In "My Attainment of the Pole," Frederick Albert Cook presents a compelling narrative of his 1908 expedition to the Arctic, challenging the notion of the polar frontier. Cook's literary style intricately weaves personal memoir and scientific exploration, reflecting the Romantic ideals of adventure while simultaneously employing meticulous detail that characterizes early 20th-century exploration literature. His bold claims of reaching the North Pole—the first to do so—sparked fervent debate about truth and integrity in exploration, situating the work within the larger context of imperial ambitions and national pride of the era. Frederick Albert Cook was not only a passionate explorer but also a trained physician and a man of science, which profoundly influenced his perspective on the rugged, unforgiving Arctic landscape. His motivations stemmed from a desire not only to validate his capabilities against fellow polar explorers, particularly Robert Peary, but also to push the boundaries of human endurance. Cook's rich background, along with his previous experiences in the wilderness, informed his narratives, bringing both an intellectual rigor and exuberant zest to his prose. This book is essential reading for those captivated by the era of exploration and the complexities of human ambition. Cook's vivid descriptions and emotional truths will resonate with anyone interested in the interplay of exploration, truth, and deception. A profound journey into the heart of the Arctic, it invites readers to ponder the very nature of discovery.
Disponible desde: 04/09/2022.
Longitud de impresión: 475 páginas.

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