The North Pole: The History of an Obsession

A chilling and gripping chronicle of the human drive to conquer the frozen top of the world.

For centuries, the North Pole was a blank space on the map that lured explorers to their glory—or their doom. This book traces the history of polar exploration, from early maritime disasters to the heroic (and controversial) expeditions of Peary and Cook, revealing why humanity became so obsessed with this desolate point of ice. ➤ ➤ Tracking the daring explorers who reached the edge — The TECH in the BELOW KEY FEATURES reflect a refined perspective. ◄

Unfiltered History: Relive the stories of survival, madness, and triumph in extreme conditions. Visual Archive: Featuring rare maps and archival photography from legendary expeditions. Scientific Mystery: Understand the geographical and cultural significance of the Arctic throughout the ages.

Author: Erling Kagge Format: Hard back Publication Date: 2025 Publisher: Penguin Adult ISBN: 9780241645833