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Book Synopsis: Polar explorers were the superstars of the “heroic age” of exploration, a period spanning the Victorian and Edwardian eras. In this engaging book, author Kari Herbert explores the unpredictable, often heartbreaking lives of seven remarkable women who married world-famous polar explorers.
As the daughter of a pioneering polar explorer, Herbert brings a unique perspective to these stories of polar exploration. In her portraits of the gifted sculptor Kathleen Scott; eccentric traveller Jane Franklin; spirited poet Eleanor Anne Franklin; Jo Peary, the first white woman to travel and give birth in the High Arctic; talented and determined Emily Shackleton; Norwegian singer Eva Nansen; and her own mother, adventurer Marie Herbert, Karie Herbert blends deeply personal accounts of longing, betrayal, and hope with stories of peril and adventure.
Herbert illuminates the essential role the women played in supporting, publicizing, defending, and even financing their husbands’ expeditions. She follows these “polar wives” not only to the polar wastelands but through war-torn Macedonia, the lawless outback of Australia, and the plague-riddled ancient cities of the Holy Land.
With extracts from previously unpublished historic journals and letters, Polar Wives brings together for the first time, the compelling stories of seven adventurous women.
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Discover the untold stories of the incredible women who stood by the side of the world's most daring polar explorers in Polar Wives: The Remarkable Women behind the World's Most Daring Explorers. Written by Kari Herbert, daughter of a pioneering polar explorer, this captivating book pulls you into a world of unpredictable lives and heart-wrenching tales of longing, betrayal, and hope.
Herbert brings to life the remarkable women who carved their own paths in an era of exploration. From the gifted sculptor Kathleen Scott to the spirited poet Eleanor Anne Franklin, these women were not mere companions but played an essential role in supporting, publicizing, defending, and even financing their husbands' expeditions.
With extracts from previously unpublished journals and letters, Polar Wives gives you a rare glimpse into the personal lives of these courageous women. Follow them across treacherous polar wastelands, war-torn territories, and plague-riddled ancient cities as they navigate through the challenges they face with resilience and determination.
Dive into the pages of Polar Wives and experience the stories that history has often overlooked. Immerse yourself in a world of adventure, danger, and triumph. Get your copy now and be inspired by the extraordinary journeys and unwavering support of these polar wives.
Get your copy of Polar Wives and embark on a journey alongside these remarkable women who defied societal norms and made their mark in the world of exploration.
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