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Discover the fascinating world of Greenland through the pages of this comprehensive book that highlights all facets of this unique Arctic country. From the stunning scenery of ice-capped glaciers to the rich cultural heritage of the Inuit population, this book offers an in-depth exploration that includes both historical discoveries and modern challenges.Learn all about Greenland's geographical location, settlement history, political structure, and unique culture. Immerse yourself in the diversity of Arctic flora and fauna and understand the importance of the traditional way of life, as well as the challenges of climate change for this delicate ecosystem.This book is aimed at anyone who wants to learn more about Greenland – whether for travel preparations, study purposes or simply out of curiosity for this remote region. It is a valuable reference work for readers interested in the Arctic nature, culture and future prospects of Greenland.Please note that this book is purely text-based and does not contain any images. It offers an in-depth and well-researched account of Greenland's past, present and future prospects. Expand your knowledge of this fascinating country and be enchanted by its unique beauty and cultural diversity. Read more

‘Extraordinary’ ANNE APPLEBAUM‘Thrilling . . . a record of an infatuation’ TELEGRAPH ‘The book of a lifetime’ ELIF SHAFAK‘The North Pole proves to be the perfect subject for him’ MICHAEL PALIN'Heart-catching . . . fabulous' OBSERVER ‘A beautiful book’ ALAIN DE BOTTONThe epic adventure story of humanity’s obsession with the North Pole, from Norwegian explorer Erling Kagge who travelled there in 1990Throughout recorded human time, few places on Earth have inspired as much fascination as the North Pole. This is an otherworldly place where the sun rises and stays aloft for six whole months before setting, plunging the expanse of ice and water into darkness for half a year.Foot-stepping alongside Erling Kagge, who ventured to the North Pole in the spring of 1990, we hear the story of the North Pole as never told before. From Herodotus who first wondered what the northernmost point of our planet might be like, to the intrepid early cartographers who mapped the world, and the legendary expeditions led by Fridtjof Nansen and Robert Peary – the first polar explorer global celebrities – who were in the grip of a dangerous obsession to get to the North Pole first. What emerges is a new history of the world, spanning thousands of years, as seen from the ‘silver-shining vacantness’ of the North Pole.Blending memories from Kagge’s own 1990 trip with this epic history, The North Pole is an adventure story, a book about enacting hidden human dreams, about difficult fathers and their difficult sons, and a psychological record of what it means to keep putting one foot in front of the other in the face of adversity. It is for anyone who’s gazed out at the horizon – and wondered what happens if you just keep walking.'As an explorer Erling Kagge is world class; as a writer he is equally gifted’ RANULPH FIENNES Read more

Ever wonder what it's like to be a knitter living and working in Antarctica? This stunningly photographed book offers 28 unique hat patterns from Antarctica's own knitters, plus stories that give a fascinating glimpse of life living 'on The Ice.' Lynn Hamann and Christine Powell met and worked together in Antarctica for many years before deciding to write a book together. They are both accomplished knitters, and have developed a unique style born of necessity of working in the coldest, driest, windiest place on Earth. Read more

Winner of the National Book Award This bestselling, groundbreaking exploration of the Far North is a classic of natural history, anthropology, and travel writing.The Arctic is a perilous place. Only a few species of wild animals can survive its harsh climate. In this modern classic, Barry Lopez explores the many-faceted wonders of the Far North: its strangely stunted forests, its mesmerizing aurora borealis, its frozen seas. Musk oxen, polar bears, narwhal, and other exotic beasts of the region come alive through Lopez’s passionate and nuanced observations. And, as he examines the history and culture of its indigenous communities, along with parallel narratives of intrepid, often underprepared and subsequently doomed polar explorers, Lopez drives to the heart of why the austere and formidable Arctic is also a constant source of breathtaking beauty, mystery, and wonder. Written in prose as pure as the land it describes, Arctic Dreams is a timeless mediation on the ability of the landscape to shape our dreams and to haunt our imaginations. Read more

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In this gripping memoir, the legendary explorer undertakes a death-defying solo journey around the Arctic Circle without motorized transportation.In August of 2002, Horn embarked on what would be a grueling twenty-seven-month expedition by sail and foot across 12,000 miles of extreme Arctic conditions. Enduring temperatures as low as -95 degrees Fahrenheit, Horn battled hazards, trekked across unstable ice that plunged him into frigid waters, encountered polar bears so close that he felt their breath on his face, and survived a fire that destroyed all of his equipment and nearly burned him alive.From the hair-raising dangers that Horn faces alone to his amusing and inspiring encounters with the hardy inhabitants of the remotest corners of the earth, this adrenaline-filled tale chronicle’s one man’s unrelenting desire to push the boundaries of human possibility. Read more

“An epic story, elegantly told and full of mystery.” — Maggie Shipstead, author of Great CircleA rediscovered classic memoir – the mesmerizingly beautiful account of one woman's year spent living in a remote hut in the Arctic“A refreshing voice in the canon of Arctic literature. . . charms its reader with its simple candor. Readers will delight in Ritter’s frank impressions and candid remarks.  – The Wall Street JournalThis rediscovered classic memoir tells the incredible tale of a woman defying society's expectations to find freedom and peace in the adventure of a lifetime.In 1934, the painter Christiane Ritter leaves her comfortable life in Austria and travels to the remote Arctic island of Spitsbergen, to spend a year there with her husband. She thinks it will be a relaxing trip, a chance to 'read thick books in the remote quiet and, not least, sleep to my heart's content', but when Christiane arrives she is shocked to realize that they are to live in a tiny ramshackle hut on the shores of a lonely fjord, hundreds of miles from the nearest settlement, battling the elements every day, just to survive.At first, Christiane is horrified by the freezing cold, the bleak landscape the lack of equipment and supplies... But as time passes, after encounters with bears and seals, long treks over the ice and months on end of perpetual night, she finds herself falling in love with the Arctic's harsh, otherworldly beauty, gaining a great sense of inner peace and a new appreciation for the sanctity of life. Read more

'So I began thinking again of those two white blanks on the map, of penguins and humming birds, of the pampas and of gauchos, in short, of Patagonia, a place where, one was told, the natives' heads steam when they eat marmalade.'So responded H. W. 'Bill' Tilman to his own realisation that the Himalaya were too high for a mountaineer now well into his fifties. He would trade extremes of altitude for the romance of the sea with, at his journey's end, mountains and glaciers at a smaller scale; and the less explored they were, the better he would like it. Within a couple of years he had progressed from sailing a 14-foot dinghy to his own 45-foot pilot cutter Mischief, readied for her deep-sea voyaging, and recruited a crew for his most ambitious of private expeditions.Well past her prime, Mischief carried Tilman, along with an ex-dairy farmer, two army officers and a retired civil servant, safely the length of the North and South Atlantic oceans, and through the notoriously difficult Magellan Strait, against strong prevailing winds, to their icy landfall in the far south of Chile.The shore party spent six weeks crossing the Patagonian ice cap, in both directions, returning to find that their vessel had suffered a broken propeller. Edging north under sail only, Mischief put into Valparaiso for repairs, and finally made it home to Lymington via the Panama Canal, for a total of 20,000 nautical miles sailed, in addition to a major exploration 'first' all here related with the skipper's characteristic modesty and bone-dry humour, and many photographs. Read more

• ‘A breath-taking story of courage under the most appalling conditions’ SIR EDMUND HILLARY. • Considered a superior first hand account of the last voyage of HMS Endurance and the 1914-17 expedition to the Antarctic than Shackletons’ own memoir ‘SOUTH’. • One of the NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC 100 Greatest Adventure Books of All Time (number 35). • ‘One of the greatest survival stories ever told’ LIBRARY JOURNAL. The inspiring first hand account of Ernest Shackleton’s doomed Antarctic adventure by Frank Worsley, Captain of HMS Endurance – the expedition ship crushed to pieces after becoming icebound. Frank Worsley, or ‘Skipper’ to his best friend Ernest Shackleton, first published his memoir of the Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition in 1931. It is now regarded as an adventure survival classic and to have surpassed even Shackleton’s own account, 'South'. The expedition of 1914–7 is considered to be the last major expedition of the heroic age of Antarctic exploration. Conceived by Shackleton, the expedition was an attempt to make the first land crossing of the Antarctic continent. After Amundsen's South Pole expedition in 1911, this crossing remained, in Shackleton's words, the ‘one great main object of Antarctic journeyings’. It failed after the expedition ship became trapped in pack-ice in the Weddell Sea and sunk, shipwrecking and stranding its 28-man complement on the ice, hundreds of miles from the nearest settlement. It is however, the story of how Frank Worsley, Shackleton and four others sailed a small lifeboat over 850 miles to secure the rescue of their comrades back on the ice that made the expedition a true epic of Polar exploration and endurance. Frank Worsley’s part in this voyage was pivotal, it was his feat of navigation and seamanship that made the extraordinary boat journey possible. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Frank Arthur Worsley was born in 1872 in New Zealand. A gifted seaman and navigator he served in the Royal Naval Reserve and Merchant Navy before joining in 1914, the Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition as captain of HMS Endurance. In the First World War, he captured the Q-ship PC61 and a German U-boat. From 1921-2 he took part in Shackleton’s last expedition to the Antarctic as captain of the Quest. He wrote several books charting his seafaring and Polar achievements including 'Shackleton’s Boat Journey', 'Under Sail in the Frozen North: The Log of the 1926 British Arctic Expedition' and 'First Voyage in a Square-Rigged Ship'. He died in 1943 aged 70. PRAISE FOR ENDURANCE ‘Frank Worsley was Shackleton’s captain. Fortunately he was a genius’ THE NEW YORK TIMES ‘His account is brisker than the thorough Shackleton’s, but keeps the excitement intact’ NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC ‘One of the most heroic rescues in history’ THE DAILY MIRROR ‘A breath-taking story of courage under the most appalling conditions’ SIR EDMUND HILLARY ‘One of the greatest survival stories ever told’ LIBRARY JOURNAL Read more

Nuuk Travel Guide: Discover Greenland’s Vibrant Arctic CapitalExplore the Heart of Greenland Like Never Before!Nestled along Greenland’s stunning west coast, Nuuk is a unique blend of Arctic wilderness and modern city life. This comprehensive travel guide is your ultimate companion to discovering Nuuk’s rich Inuit heritage, breathtaking landscapes, and thriving cultural scene.What You'll Find Inside:Top Attractions & Hidden Gems – From the iconic Northern Lights to the Nuuk Art Museum and the vibrant Old Harbour.Outdoor Adventures – Experience whale watching, fjord cruises, hiking trails, and dog sledding.Local Culture & Cuisine – Explore Greenlandic traditions, try local delicacies like reindeer and musk ox, and visit must-see cultural spots.Practical Travel Tips – Best times to visit, transportation, currency, weather insights, and safety tips.Where to Stay & Eat – Handpicked recommendations for accommodations, restaurants, and cafés.Whether you're an adventure seeker, history enthusiast, or culture lover, this guide ensures you experience Nuuk like a local.📍 Plan your Arctic journey today and uncover the wonders of Nuuk!Would you like any further refinements? 😊You said:country ,continent, state, region of nuukChatGPT said:Here’s the geographical information for Nuuk:Country: GreenlandContinent: North AmericaState: (Greenland is an autonomous territory of Denmark and does not have states)Region: Sermersooq (Nuuk is the capital of this municipality)Would you like more details about Nuuk’s location or surroundings? Read more

For fans of Cheryl Strayed, the gripping story of a biologist's human-powered journey from the Pacific Northwest to the Arctic to rediscover her love of birds, nature, and adventure.During graduate school, as she conducted experiments on the peculiarly misshapen beaks of chickadees, ornithologist Caroline Van Hemert began to feel stifled in the isolated, sterile environment of the lab. Worried that she was losing her passion for the scientific research she once loved, she was compelled to experience wildness again, to be guided by the sounds of birds and to follow the trails of animals.In March of 2012, she and her husband set off on a 4,000-mile wilderness journey from the Pacific rainforest to the Alaskan Arctic, traveling by rowboat, ski, foot, raft, and canoe. Together, they survived harrowing dangers while also experiencing incredible moments of joy and grace -- migrating birds silhouetted against the moon, the steamy breath of caribou, and the bond that comes from sharing such experiences.A unique blend of science, adventure, and personal narrative, The Sun is a Compass explores the bounds of the physical body and the tenuousness of life in the company of the creatures who make their homes in the wildest places left in North America. Inspiring and beautifully written, this love letter to nature is a lyrical testament to the resilience of the human spirit.Winner of the 2019 Banff Mountain Book Competition: Adventure Travel Read more

This travel guide provides a comprehensive overview of Greenland, designed as a handbook for travelers planning a visit. It covers a wide array of topics, from the practicalities of travel to the unique experiences the country offers. The guide aims to provide an immersive experience by offering insights into Greenland's untouched landscapes, rich Inuit culture, and unique wildlife. It caters to a range of travellers, from adventurers to those interested in culture and nature.Key areas of focus in the book include planning your trip, covering entry requirements, budgeting, packing, and travel insurance. It details transportation options such as air travel, domestic transport, scenic flights, and local etiquette. The book offers detailed information on key locations like Nuuk, Ilulissat, Kangerlussuaq, Sisimiut, and Disko Bay, covering attractions, dining, and accommodation. It also highlights unique experiences such as Greenland's wildlife, Inuit culture, adventure activities, and natural wonders. Practical information is provided on accommodation, family travel, resources, packing, and sustainable tourism.This guide emphasizes responsible tourism and provides insider tips to help travellers navigate Greenland effectively. It covers entry requirements and visa information, noting that citizens of many countries do not need a visa for stays of up to 90 days, but must have a valid passport and proof of onward travel and accommodation. The guide details budgeting for a trip, providing information for budget, mid-range and luxury travellers, with tips on saving money. It also details packing essentials, including clothing, footwear, accessories, gadgets and health and safety items. Additionally, the guide includes information on travel insurance and health precautions.The guide offers an overview of getting to and around Greenland, noting that air travel is the primary way to reach the island. It outlines key airports and airlines and discusses transportation options within Greenland, such as domestic flights, boats, ferries, snowmobiles, and dog sleds. It also highlights scenic flights and helicopter tours. It also includes sections on local etiquette, insider tips, and emergency contacts.This guide delves into specific locations, starting with Nuuk, the capital of Greenland, detailing its attractions, dining, nightlife, accommodation and shopping. It covers Ilulissat, known as the Iceberg Capital, with information on the Ilulissat Icefjord, boat tours, hiking trails, dining and accommodation. It also covers Kangerlussuaq, the gateway to the ice sheet, with information on exploring the ice sheet, muskox safaris, hiking and adventure activities. The guide also looks at Sisimiut, a cultural hub, exploring the town's culture and history, dog sledding, winter activities, hiking, summer adventures, dining, and accommodation. Finally, it covers Disko Bay, a natural wonderland, highlighting whale watching, exploring towns, fjord cruises and accommodation.The guide also has chapters on Greenland's wildlife, including polar bears, muskoxen, whales and seals, and birdwatching. It provides insights into Greenland’s Inuit culture and traditions, discussing their way of life, traditional crafts, cuisine, festivals, and celebrations. Furthermore, it has a chapter on adventure activities, including dog sledding, hiking, kayaking, ice climbing and glacier walks. The guide also examines Greenland's natural wonders, such as the Ilulissat Icefjord, Northern Lights, Midnight Sun and hot springs.In summary, this travel guide provides a thorough overview of Greenland, combining practical advice with details on the country's cultural, natural, and adventurous aspects, designed to equip travellers with everything they need for an amazing trip Read more

Ushuaia, "The Southernmost City in the World", began as a penal colony but has morphed into an adventure destination, as well as the departure port for most Antarctica cruises. Ushuaia has much to offer and should be on any adventure traveler's bucket list. Highlights include: *fun festivals, including the Longest Night in the World and the world's southernmost marathon *camping, hiking, and kayaking *souvenir shopping *yummy local delicacies *quirky museums *a quirky sightseeing tour *a train ride through Tierra del Fuego National Park *dance club *casino *Beagle Channel eco-tours *dog-sledding *birding Plus, you'll want to visit the End of the World Museum, the southernmost lighthouse, southernmost golf course, and the southernmost ski resort. There are lots of lodging and eating options, including bars, restaurants, cafes, pubs, bakeries, guesthouses, hostels, hotels, resorts, B&Bs, lodges, apartments, villas, and apart hotels. Terrance Zepke is an award-winning and best-selling author of forty-five books, including the popular, TERRANCE TALKS TRAVEL SERIES. She is also a travel blogger, agent, and host of the UBER ADVENTURES SHOW. She is in demand as a speaker and has been featured in most major media, including The Travel Channel, The Washington Post, CNN, NPR, Associated Press, PBS, The Good Morning Show, The Rick Steves Show, The Learning Channel, and Publisher's Weekly. For more on this author and her titles visit www.terrancetalkstravel.com and www.terrancezepke.com. Read more

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The extraordinary life and adventures of 'the world's greatest living explorer' - perfect for fans of The Moth and the Mountain and Touching the VoidOn the eve of his 80th birthday, Sir Ranulph Fiennes looks back at his remarkable life and adventures.He's climbed Everest not long after a heart bypass operation, he's run seven marathons on seven continents, he's hauled loaded sledges across both polar ice caps and he's circumnavigated the earth...Ran Fiennes truly is the world's greatest explorer, and this book celebrates his 80th birthday by showcasing his greatest achievements in his own words. Featuring interviews and tributes from his friends, colleagues and admirers, Around the World in 80 Years celebrates the incredible life of a legendary explorer.----PRAISE FOR SIR RANULPH FIENNES:'Always that little bit further and always the best. It is why, even to this day, I remain in awe at all he has accomplished.' - Bear Grylls'His ground-breaking expeditions have redefined what is possible, but have also ignited a fire within the hearts of those seeking their own extraordinary journeys.' - Levison Wood'That sunny March day on top of the Eiger represented the beginning of the end of our days climbing together. Looking at Ran's grizzly, bearded face, I was yet to realise what he had planted within me, but I knew it was there. As the mist rolled in, for a while it looked like we might be stuck, but I didn't mind at all. I simply had to channel my inner Ran.' - Kenton Cool'His public persona is that of the intrepid man of action overcoming insuperable odds to achieve feats of superhuman endurance and danger. But with the children he was gentle, patient and kind.' - Monty Don'Ran seeks out dangers because the experience of intense situations such as facing a polar bear or a heavy snowstorm, and his ability to overcome them, feels like a confirmation of his own vitality.' - Erling Kagge'If an opportunity were to come again to step out of life . . . there is no question as to whom I would wish for a companion. I would go with Ran.' - Mike Stroud'No great experience in life is worth anything without overcoming your fears, I usually say when I give talks. Then I think of Ran. I wanted to say how impressed I am that he just keeps going and never stops.' - Borge Ousland Read more

John Muir relates the story of his 1881 voyage aboard the steamer Thomas Corwin, which set sail from San Francisco for arctic waters off the coast of Alaska in search of a ship tragically lost two years before.John Muir (1838-1914) also known as "John of the Mountains", was a Scottish-American naturalist, author, environmental philosopher, glaciologist and early advocate of preservation of wilderness in the United States. His letters, essays, and books of his adventures in nature, especially in the Sierra Nevada of California and Nevada, have been read by millions. His activism helped to preserve the Yosemite Valley, Sequoia National Park and other wilderness areas. The Sierra Club, which he founded, is a prominent American conservation organization. The 211-mile (340 km) John Muir Trail, a hiking trail in the Sierra Nevada, was named in his honor. Other such places include Muir Woods National Monument, Muir Beach, John Muir College, Mount Muir, Camp Muir and Muir Glacier. In Scotland, the John Muir Way, a 130-mile-long route, was named in honor of him.In his later life, Muir devoted most of his time to the preservation of the Western forests. He petitioned the U.S. Congress for the National Park bill that was passed in 1890, establishing Yosemite National Park. The spiritual quality and enthusiasm toward nature expressed in his writings inspired readers, including presidents and congressmen, to take action to help preserve large nature areas. He is today referred to as the "Father of the National Parks" and the National Park Service has produced a short documentary about his life.John Muir has been considered "an inspiration to both Scots and Americans". Muir's biographer, Steven J. Holmes, believes that Muir has become "one of the patron saints of twentieth-century American environmental activity," both political and recreational. As a result, his writings are commonly discussed in books and journals, and he is often quoted by nature photographers such as Ansel Adams. "Muir has profoundly shaped the very categories through which Americans understand and envision their relationships with the natural world," writes Holmes. Muir was noted for being an ecological thinker, political spokesman, and religious prophet, whose writings became a personal guide into nature for countless individuals, making his name "almost ubiquitous" in the modern environmental consciousness. According to author William Anderson, Muir exemplified "the archetype of our oneness with the earth", while biographer Donald Worster says he believed his mission was "...saving the American soul from total surrender to materialism." On April 21, 2013, the first ever John Muir Day was celebrated in Scotland, which marked the 175th anniversary of his birth, paying homage to the conservationist. Read more

Penguins are fantastic creatures. They have a unique familial system, wherein the mother hunts for food while the father warms the egg. What's even more interesting is how they find a partner and "marry" that person for life. Turn the pages of this book for many more interesting facts on penguins. Buy a copy today! Read more

The holy grail of so many daring sailing expeditions into the frozen wastes, the fabled Nortwest Passage from the Atlantic to the Pacific, was finally conquered by seven men in the little craft «Gjöa». Though short on the death and life survival dramas of their failed predecessors, the account of their journey is still an enjoyable read, not least because of Amundsens description of the life of the inuit they met, the last generation to live isolated from the rest of the world.Attempts to find the Northwest Passage—a water route from Europe to Asia through the Arctic archipelago north of the Canadian mainland—began as far back as the late-15th century. After numerous failures, many involving disaster and great loss of life, Roald Amundsen decided to take a turn.The North-West Passage: Being the Record of a Voyage of Exploration of the ship "Gjøa" is simply a must-read. Read more

Meet the majestic Emperor Penguins of Antarctica in this “mesmerizing and memorable” travel memoir about a doctor’s year-long appointment to the remote Halley Research Station (The Economist). Gavin Francis fulfilled a lifetime’s ambition when he spent 14 months as the basecamp doctor at Halley, a profoundly isolated British research station on the Caird Coast of Antarctica. So remote, it is said to be easier to evacuate a casualty from the International Space Station than it is to bring someone out of Halley in winter. Antarctica offered a year of unparalleled silence and solitude, with few distractions and a very little human history, but also a rare opportunity to live among emperor penguins, the only species truly at home in the Antarctic. Following Penguins throughout the year—from a summer of perpetual sunshine to months of winter darkness—Gavin Francis explores the world of great beauty conjured from the simplest of elements, the hardship of living at 50 C below zero and the unexpected comfort that the penguin community bring. Empire Antarctica is the story of one man and his fascination with the world’s loneliest continent, as well as the emperor penguins who weather the winter with him. Combining an evocative narrative with a sublime sensitivity to the natural world, this is travel writing at its very best. Read more