Mawson

Immerse yourself in the riveting saga of Australia's most illustrious Antarctic explorer, Sir Douglas Mawson. In this compelling paperback edition, Peter FitzSimons brings to life the gripping adventures of Mawson and his contemporaries during the heroic age of polar exploration. With 768 pages filled with meticulous research and exhilarating storytelling, this book is a must-have for history enthusiasts, adventure lovers, and those fascinated by the icy realms of Antarctica. Explore Mawson's pivotal 1911 expedition that ventured into uncharted territory, as he and his crew faced the harshest elements imaginable. This work not only chronicles Mawson's journey but also intertwines the gripping narratives of legendary explorers like Scott and Amundsen, who were simultaneously racing to the South Pole. This fascinating exploration of camaraderie, endurance, and the quest for discovery showcases the indomitable spirit of human exploration amidst fierce challenges. Ideal for bibliophiles and history buffs, this brand-new paperback is a celebration of exploration and resilience. Add this awe-inspiring piece to your collection and let the epic legacy of these explorers fuel your own adventures!

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780857987204
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2014
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE AUSTRALIA
Pages: 768


Description:
History comes to life with Peter FitzSimons in the story of Australia's most famous polar explorer and the giants from the heroic age of polar exploration- Scott, Amundsen and Shackleton.

Sir Douglas Mawson, born in 1882 and knighted in 1914, remains Australia's greatest Antarctic explorer. On 2 December 1911, his Australasian Antarctic Expedition left Hobart to explore the virgin frozen coastline below Australia, 2000 miles of which had never felt the tread of a human foot. He was on his way to fulfil a national dream he had first conceived three years earlier, while on his first trip to the frozen continent on the Nimrod expedition under the leadership of the charismatic Anglo-Irishman Sir Ernest Shackleton. Even as Mawson and his men were approaching Antarctica, two other famous Antarctic explorers were already engaged in nothing less than a race to become the first men to reach the South Pole. While Roald Amundsen of Norway, with his small team, was racing with dogs along one route, England's legendary Scott of the Antarctic, with his far larger team, was relying primarily on ponies and 'man-hauling' to get there along another. As Mawson and his men make their home on the windiest place on earth and prepare for their own record-breaking treks, with devastating drama to be their constant companion, the stories of Amundsen and Scott similarly play out. With his trademark in-depth research, FitzSimons provides a compelling portrait of these great Antarctic explorers. For the first time, he weaves together their legendary feats into one thrilling account, bringing the jaw-dropping events of this bygone era dazzlingly back to life.

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