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My Attainment Of The Pole

Cook Frederick
Publication date 19/01/2024
EAN: 9791041982455
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"My Attainment of the Pole" is a controversial account written by Frederick A. Cook, claiming to be the first person to reach the North Pole. Published in 1911, Cook details his alleged journey, providing descriptions of the harsh Arctic conditions, ... See full description
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PublisherCULTUREA
Page Count402
Languageen
AuthorCook Frederick
FormatPaperback / softback
Product typeBook
Publication date19/01/2024
Weight699 g
Dimensions (thickness x width x height)2.80 x 17.00 x 22.00 cm
"My Attainment of the Pole" is a controversial account written by Frederick A. Cook, claiming to be the first person to reach the North Pole. Published in 1911, Cook details his alleged journey, providing descriptions of the harsh Arctic conditions, challenges faced, and the ultimate triumph of reaching the pole.However, Cook's claim faced skepticism and scrutiny from other explorers and scholars of the time, most notably Robert E. Peary, who also asserted to have reached the North Pole. The conflicting narratives and lack of concrete evidence have led to a historical debate over the legitimacy of Cook's achievement.Despite the controversy surrounding Cook's claim, "My Attainment of the Pole" remains an intriguing document, offering readers insight into the intense competition and disputes that characterized the race to the North Pole during the early 20th century.