Scott's Last Expedition, Volume I by Robert Falcon Scott
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| Author | Scott, Robert Falcon, 1868-1912 |
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| Title |
Scott's Last Expedition, Volume I
Being the journals of Captain R. F. Scott |
| Note | Reading ease score: 79.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Distributed Proofreaders Team |
| Summary | "Scott's Last Expedition, Volume I" by Robert Falcon Scott is a historical account of Captain Scott's Antarctic expedition written in the early 20th century. The book primarily focuses on recounting the journey and experiences of Scott and his crew as they navigate through perilous ice and extreme weather conditions during their quest to explore the Antarctic continent, including an ambitious attempt to reach the South Pole. The opening portion of the book sets a vivid scene of the expedition's final preparations in New Zealand and the initial challenges faced at sea. It describes the meticulous organization on board the ship, the "Terra Nova," as the crew stows supplies for the journey ahead. As they sail into the Antarctic, readers witness the crew's diligence and camaraderie, as they contend with storms and fluctuating conditions. The pain of sea sickness is acknowledged, and the crew's spirits remain high despite the difficulties, suggesting a tight-knit team ready to face the harsh realities of polar exploration. Capturing the essence of adventure, determination, and the quest for scientific knowledge, the narrative immerses readers into the early stages of an extraordinary expedition. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | G: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation |
| Subject | British Antarctic ("Terra Nova") Expedition (1910-1913) |
| Subject | Terra Nova (Ship) |
| Subject | Antarctica -- Discovery and exploration -- British |
| Subject | Scott, Robert Falcon, 1868-1912 -- Diaries |
| Subject | South Pole -- Discovery and exploration -- British |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 11579 |
| Release Date | Mar 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 25, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 276 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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