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Alone: The Classic Polar Adventure (Kodansha Globe.)
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When Admiral Richard E. Byrd Set Out On His Second Antarctic Expedition In 1934, He Was Already An International Hero For Having Piloted The First Flights Over The North And South Poles. His Plan For This Latest Adventure Was To Spend Six Months Alone Near The Bottom Of The World, Gathering Weather Data And Indulging His Desire To Taste Peace And Quiet Long Enough To Know How Good They Really Are. But Early On Things Went Terribly Wrong. Isolated In The Pervasive Polar Night With No Hope Of Release Until Spring, Byrd Began Suffering Inexplicable Symptoms Of Mental And Physical Illness. By The Time He Discovered That Carbon Monoxide From A Defective Stovepipe Was Poisoning Him, Byrd Was Already Engaged In A Monumental Struggle To Save His Life And Preserve His Sanity.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Alone: The Classic Polar Adventure'? A: The book focuses on Admiral Richard E. Byrd's solo Antarctic expedition in 1934, detailing his experiences of isolation, survival, and the psychological and physical challenges he faced.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is described as 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating it may show some signs of wear but is still fully readable.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Alone: The Classic Polar Adventure' is Richard Evelyn Byrd, an acclaimed polar explorer.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 309 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of the book is a paperback.
- Q: When was 'Alone: The Classic Polar Adventure' published? A: The book was published on January 1, 1995.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone interested in adventure and exploration? A: Yes, the book is ideal for readers interested in adventure, exploration, and personal resilience, as it recounts Byrd's gripping polar journey.
- Q: What edition of the book is being offered? A: This is a reprint edition of 'Alone: The Classic Polar Adventure'.
- Q: Are there any notable experiences shared in the book? A: Yes, Byrd shares his harrowing experiences of mental and physical struggles during his isolation in Antarctica, including battling carbon monoxide poisoning.
- Q: What genre does this book belong to? A: The book belongs to the genre of Biographies & Memoirs, focusing on the life of Richard E. Byrd and his polar adventures.