9780259358060 - Im Reiche der Pinguine: Schilderungen von der Fahrt der "Belgica" (Classic Reprint) de Lecointe, Georges (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. Journey to the South Pole chronicles Lieutenant Adrien de Gerlache's treacherous 1897-1899 Belgica mission to the Antarctic, intended to advance the scientific study of the region. The author, a naval officer, records this heroic voyage in meticulous detail, documenting the challenges encountered while the ship was navigating icy waters, trapped in ice for over a year, and the groundbreaking scientific observations and discoveries made amidst enduring hardships and personal sacrifice. This gripping, illustrated account provides first-hand insights into the harsh realities of polar exploration at the turn of the 20th century, offering a historical perspective on our understanding of the Antarctic and inspiring awe for the indomitable spirit of scientific inquiry. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.