Secrets of Polar Travel by Robert E. Peary

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Author Peary, Robert E. (Robert Edwin), 1856-1920
LoC No. 17030385
Title Secrets of Polar Travel
Original Publication United States: The Century Co.,1917.
Note Reading ease score: 58.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "Secrets of Polar Travel" by Robert E. Peary is a practical guide to arctic exploration written in the early 20th century. The work focuses on the methods and equipment required for successful polar travel, drawing from Peary's extensive experience in the harsh conditions of the Arctic. With a detailed examination of the strategies implemented to conquer polar challenges, the book aims to equip both present and future explorers with invaluable knowledge they might need to survive and thrive in the frigid extremes of the polar regions. The opening portion of the book details Peary's introduction to polar travel and the foundations of his "Peary System" of exploration. He outlines the necessity of practical experience in developing effective equipment and methods, emphasizing the importance of thorough preparation and an understanding of the geographical and environmental conditions that polar explorers face. Peary also sets the stage for the book by contrasting the characteristics of the North and South Poles, explaining that while the North Pole is an ocean surrounded by land, the South Pole is a landmass surrounded by ocean, highlighting how these differences profoundly impact the approach to exploration. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class G: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation
Subject Arctic regions
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EBook-No. 67973
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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