Our Polar Flight

by Roald Amundsen

Overview

Our Polar Flight recounts the daring adventure of Roald Amundsen and Lincoln Ellsworth as they attempted to fly across the polar regions. The narrative unfolds as they meticulously plan and prepare for the perilous journey, aiming to achieve a feat that had never been accomplished before.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9783988268938
Publisher:	Otbebookpublishing
Publication date:	09/03/2023
Series:	Classics To Go
Sold by:	Bookwire
Format:	eBook
Pages:	244
File size:	18 MB
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About the Author

Roald Amundsen, born on July 16, 1872, in Borge, Norway, was a pioneering polar explorer whose daring expeditions left an indelible mark on the annals of exploration and adventure literature. Amundsen's most celebrated achievement came in 1911 when he became the first person to reach the South Pole, a feat that not only cemented his place in history but also inspired countless tales of human endurance and the relentless pursuit of discovery.Amundsen's literary contributions, though often overshadowed by his exploits, offer a gripping first-person perspective on the extreme challenges faced during his polar journeys. His writings are characterized by meticulous detail and an unflinching honesty that bring the icy landscapes and harrowing conditions vividly to life. These accounts have influenced contemporary adventure writers, who draw on his narrative style and themes of resilience and leadership.A figure of both admiration and controversy, Amundsen's competitive nature and sometimes ruthless decision-making sparked debates among his peers and successors. His rivalry with British explorer Robert Falcon Scott, who perished in his own attempt to reach the South Pole, remains a poignant chapter in the history of exploration.Amundsen was also a visionary who championed the use of new technologies, such as airplanes and airships, in polar exploration. His forward-thinking approach not only revolutionized the methods of exploration but also broadened the scope of what was deemed possible in the early 20th century.Roald Amundsen's legacy endures not only through his groundbreaking achievements but also through his compelling narratives that continue to captivate and inspire modern readers and explorers alike.
Lincoln Ellsworth (Ellsworth, Lincoln) [A02]