A Wretched and Precarious Situation: In Search of the Last Arctic Frontier

Name: A Wretched and Precarious Situation: In Search of the Last Arctic Frontier
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Book Synopsis: A Booklist Best Literary Travel Book of 2017 A Kirkus Reviews Best Nonfiction Book of 2016 A remarkable true story of adventure, betrayal, and survival set in one of the world’s most inhospitable places.In 1906, from atop a snow-swept hill in the ice fields northwest of Greenland, hundreds of miles from another human being, Commander Robert E. Peary spotted a line of mysterious peaks looming in the distance. He called this unexplored realm “Crocker Land.” Scientists and explorers agreed that the world-famous explorer had discovered a new continent rising from the frozen Arctic Ocean.Several years later, two of Peary’s disciples, George Borup and Donald MacMillan, assembled a team of amateur adventurers to investigate Crocker Land. Before them lay a chance at the kind of lasting fame enjoyed by Magellan, Columbus, and Captain Cook. While filling in the last blank space on the globe, they might find new species of plants or animals, or even men; in the era of Jules Verne and H. G. Wells, anything seemed possible. Renowned scientific institutions, and even former president Theodore Roosevelt, rushed to endorse the expedition.What followed was a sequence of events that none of the explorers could have imagined. Trapped in a true-life adventure story, the men endured howling blizzards, unearthly cold, food shortages, isolation, a fatal boating accident, a drunken sea captain, disease, dissension, and a horrific crime. But the team pushed on through every obstacle, driven forward by the mystery of Crocker Land and faint hopes that they someday would make it home.Populated with a cast of memorable characters, and based on years of research in previously untapped sources, A Wretched and Precarious Situation is a harrowing Arctic narrative unlike any other. 16 pages of illustrations Read more

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A Wretched and Precarious Situation: In Search of the Last Arctic Frontier Book

Embark on an extraordinary journey with "A Wretched and Precarious Situation: In Search of the Last Arctic Frontier Book" as it takes you deep into the icy wilderness of the Arctic. Winner of several prestigious awards, this incredible true story of adventure, betrayal, and survival will leave you breathless.

Imagine standing atop a snow-swept hill in the desolate ice fields of Greenland, hundreds of miles away from civilization, and spotting an enigmatic line of peaks in the distance. This is what Commander Robert E. Peary experienced in 1906, leading to the discovery of "Crocker Land" - an unexplored continent emerging from the frozen Arctic Ocean.

Join George Borup and Donald MacMillan, two of Peary’s disciples, as they assemble a team of amateur adventurers to unravel the mystery of Crocker Land. This expedition promises fame, the opportunity to unveil new species, and maybe even encounter unknown human civilizations. The echoes of Jules Verne and H. G. Wells resonate as they set sail to make history.

But what unfolded in the Arctic was beyond their wildest imagination. Battling blizzards, bone-chilling cold, scarcity of food, isolation, and numerous setbacks, the team faced a relentless string of obstacles. They were tested by a drunken sea captain, a fatal boating accident, disease, dissension, and a heinous crime. However, their unyielding spirit and the lure of the enigmatic Crocker Land propelled them forward.

Based on extensive research and drawing from untapped sources, "A Wretched and Precarious Situation" offers a compelling narrative that immerses you in the Arctic's harsh reality. With a vivid cast of characters and 16 pages of captivating illustrations, this book brings the Arctic adventure to life, making it a must-read for any true explorer at heart.

Discover the captivating tale of "A Wretched and Precarious Situation: In Search of the Last Arctic Frontier Book" and uncover the secrets hidden within the frozen Arctic wilderness. Don't miss out on this extraordinary expedition!

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