The Voyages Of Captain Scott

By Charles Turley

Book Overview

The Voyages of Captain Scott is a non-fiction book written by Charles Turley that chronicles the epic expeditions of the famous British explorer, Robert Falcon Scott. The book covers Scott's four voyages to the Antarctic, including his ill-fated final expedition in 1910-1913, which resulted in the tragic deaths of Scott and his companions. Turley provides a detailed account of the challenges faced by Scott and his team during their expeditions, including harsh weather conditions, treacherous terrain, and the physical and mental toll of isolation and extreme cold. The book also delves into the scientific discoveries made by Scott and his team, as well as the cultural and historical significance of their journeys.The Voyages of Captain Scott is a comprehensive and engaging read for anyone interested in the history of exploration, the Antarctic region, or the life and legacy of one of the greatest British explorers of all time. With its vivid descriptions, detailed maps, and archival photographs, the book brings to life the incredible achievements and tragic losses of Captain Scott and his brave companions.The days following the departure of the sledge party were exceptionally fine, but on Tuesday, March 11, those on board the ship woke to find the wind blowing from the east; and in the afternoon the wind increased, and the air was filled with thick driving snow. This Tuesday was destined to be one of the blackest days spent by the expedition in the Antarctic, but no suspicion that anything untoward had happened to the sledge party arose until, at 8.30 P.M., there was a report that four men were walking towards the ship. Then the sense of trouble was immediate, and the first disjointed sentences of the newcomers were enough to prove that disasters had occurred.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1419187015
• ISBN13: 9781419187018
• Release Date: June 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 252 Pages
• Weight: 0.98 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 7.6" x 9.2"