1912 : the year the world discovered Antarctica
Turney, Chris, 1973-2012
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The rivalry between Robert Scott and Roald Amundsen is a familiar story; what fewer people know is that, in 1912, five separate teams were exploring beyond the limits of the known world: Scott for Britain, Amundsen for Norway, Mawson for Australasia, Filchner for Germany and Shirase for Japan. The Antarctic discoveries made by these brave explorers enthralled the world and forever changed the way we understand our planet. Chris Turney tells the story of the frozen continent, the heroic trials endured by its explorers and the lasting legacy for future scientific endeavour. Devoting a chapter to each of the five expeditions, he draws on previously unpublished archival material, framing the narrative with the broader idea of the spirit and excitement of scientific discovery. This book is a celebration of the science that was undertaken in Antarctica 100 years ago.
Main title:
1912 : the year the world discovered Antarctica / Chris Turney.
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Imprint:
Melbourne : Text Publishing, 2012.
Collation:
358 p., [16] p. of plates : ill., maps, ports. ; 24 cm.
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references and index.Also available online.
ISBN:
9781921922725 (pbk)
Dewey class:
910.922919.89998
Language:
English
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Subject:
Scott, Robert Falcon, 1868-1912Amundsen, Roald, 1872-1928Mawson, Douglas Sir, 1882-1958Filchner, Wilhelm, 1877-1957Shirase, Nobu, 1861-1946Explorers -- Antarctica -- HistoryExplorers -- AntarcticaDiscovery -- Area of studyAntarctica -- Exploring expeditionsAntarctica -- Discovery and explorationSouth Pole -- Discovery and exploration
BRN:
415543