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A Negro Explorer At The North Pole
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Matthew Alexander Henson (18661955) Was An American Explorer And Longtime Companion To Robert Peary; Amongst Various Expeditions, Their Most Famous Was A 1909 Expedition Which Claimed To Be The First To Reach The Geographic North Pole. He Was Still A Child When His Parents Died, And At The Age Of Twelve He Went To Sea As A Cabin Boy On A Merchant Ship. He Sailed Around The World For The Next Several Years, Educating Himself And Becoming A Skilled Navigator. A Black American And An Employee Of Peary'S (Who Was Notoriously Difficult With His Charges), Henson Did Not Achieve Contemporary Recognition In America Where Racist Views Were Still Common. Although Admiral Peary Received Many Honors, Henson Was Largely Ignored And Spent Most Of The Next Thirty Years Working As A Clerk In A Federal Customs House In New York. But In 1944 Congress Awarded Him A Duplicate Of The Silver Medal Given To Peary. Presidents Truman And Eisenhower Both Honored Him Before He Died In 1955. In 1912 Henson Wrote The Book A Negro Explorer At The North Pole About His Arctic Exploration.
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- Q: What are the dimensions of this book? A: The book measures five point ninety-eight inches in length, zero point thirty-one inches in width, and nine point zero two inches in height.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: This book contains one hundred thirty-two pages, providing a comprehensive exploration of Matthew Henson's life and achievements.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: Who is the author of 'A Negro Explorer at the North Pole'? A: The author is Matthew Alexander Henson, an influential American explorer known for his Arctic expeditions.
- Q: What genre does this book belong to? A: This book falls under the genre of biographies and memoirs, focusing on exploration and adventure.
- Q: Is this book suitable for young readers? A: Yes, the book is suitable for older children and teenagers interested in history and exploration.
- Q: How can I use this book for educational purposes? A: You can use this book as a historical reference for lessons on exploration, diversity, and American history.
- Q: What themes are explored in the book? A: The book explores themes of perseverance, adventure, racial identity, and the significance of exploration.
- Q: Is this book appropriate for school projects? A: Yes, this book is appropriate for school projects, especially those focusing on famous explorers or African American history.
- Q: How should I store this book to maintain its condition? A: Store the book in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight to prevent fading and damage.
- Q: Can this book be cleaned if it gets dirty? A: Yes, you can gently wipe the cover with a dry cloth to remove dust and keep it clean.
- Q: What if the book arrives damaged? A: If the book arrives damaged, contact customer support to discuss return or replacement options.
- Q: Is there a warranty or return policy for this book? A: Yes, there is a return policy that allows you to return the book within a specified period for a refund or exchange.
- Q: How do I handle this book for best preservation? A: Handle the book with clean hands and avoid bending the pages to keep it in good condition.
- Q: What types of readers would enjoy this book? A: Readers interested in history, adventure, and biographies, especially those focusing on underrepresented figures, will enjoy this book.
- Q: Are there any similar books to this one? A: Yes, similar books include biographies of other explorers and works focusing on African American contributions to history.