In 'The Frozen North: An Account of Arctic Exploration for Use in Schools' by Edith Horton, readers are taken on a captivating journey through the Arctic region, exploring the trials and triumphs of early explorers. Written in a clear and concise style suitable for educational purposes, the book provides a detailed and informative look into the challenges faced by those who dared to venture into the icy unknown. Horton's narrative is both engaging and historically accurate, making it a valuable resource for students and enthusiasts of Arctic exploration alike. The book captures the essence of adventure and discovery prevalent in the literary context of exploratory narratives of the 19th century, shedding light on the human spirit's unrelenting pursuit of knowledge and understanding of the natural world. Edith Horton, drawing on her background in education and historical research, compels readers to delve into the Arctic's mysteries, offering a unique perspective on the exploration of this untamed wilderness. Her meticulous attention to detail and passion for the subject shine through in every page, making 'The Frozen North' a compelling read for those interested in the history of Arctic exploration and the resilience of the human spirit. Recommended for students, history buffs, and anyone curious about the challenges faced by intrepid Arctic adventurers, this book is a must-read for those seeking to broaden their understanding of this remote and captivating region.

Excerpt from The Frozen North: An Account of Arctic Exploration for Use in Schools While abundant material has been put before children with the purpose of making them familiar with the history and industrial development of various parts of the known world, very little has been written to inform them of the work which is now being done in the comparatively unknown regions of the north, or of the history of the early discoveries which have led to it. The importance of the present determined search for the North Pole is admitted by all thoughtful people, and the subject is one which must increase in interest until the entire North Frigid Zone is correctly mapped and charted. Accounts of the pioneers in this work of discovery, of Franklin and of Kane, and in our own day of Nansen and Peary, are available only in such exhaustive works as are unsuitable reading for children, and which sometimes tax the patience of the adult. Hence the work done by these intrepid explorers upon the American continent and north of it remains unstudied and unknown. It is hoped that this book may give our young people sufficient knowledge of the subject to enable them to read farther with intelligence, and that it may also inspire them with interest in the many expeditions that are being sent out. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

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In 1897, at the height of the heroic age of Arctic exploration, the visionary Swedish explorer S. A. Andrée made a revolutionary attempt to discover the North Pole by flying over it in a hydrogen balloon. Thirty-three years later, his expedition diaries and papers would be discovered on the ice. Alec Wilkinson uses the explorer’s papers and contemporary sources to tell the full story of this ambitious voyage, while also showing how the late 19th century’s spirit of exploration and scientific discovery drove over 1,000 explorers to the unforgiving Arctic landscape. Suspenseful and haunting, Wilkinson captures Andrée’s remarkable adventure and illuminates the detail, beauty, and devastating conditions of traveling and dwelling on the ice.