Fridtjof Nansen's Farthest North V2, Part 2: Being The Record Of A Voyage Of Exploration Of The Ship Fram 1893-1896 (1897) - Hardcover

Fridtjof Nansen's Farthest North V2, Part 2: Being The Record Of A Voyage Of Exploration Of The Ship Fram 1893-1896 (1897) is a book that documents the author's voyage of exploration aboard the ship Fram from 1893 to 1896. The book is the second part of a two-volume series and provides a detailed account of Nansen's journey to the Arctic, where he and his crew attempted to reach the North Pole.The book begins with a description of the preparations for the voyage and the construction of the Fram, a specially designed ship that was intended to withstand the extreme conditions of the Arctic. Nansen then describes the journey itself, including the challenges and difficulties faced by the crew as they navigated through the ice and battled the harsh weather conditions.Throughout the book, Nansen provides detailed descriptions of the Arctic landscape, the wildlife that inhabits the region, and the various scientific experiments and measurements that were conducted during the voyage. He also reflects on the psychological and emotional impact of the journey on himself and his crew, describing the isolation, boredom, and feelings of despair that they experienced during their long months at sea.Overall, Fridtjof Nansen's Farthest North V2, Part 2: Being The Record Of A Voyage Of Exploration Of The Ship Fram 1893-1896 (1897) is a fascinating and detailed account of one of the most ambitious voyages of exploration in history, and provides a unique insight into the challenges and triumphs of Arctic exploration in the late 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.