The North Pole : The History of an Obsession by Erling Kagge 9780241645833

The North Pole : The History of an Obsession
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Embark on a thrilling, millennia-spanning odyssey chronicling humanity's fascination with the North Pole,...
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Embark on a thrilling, millennia-spanning odyssey chronicling humanity's fascination with the North Pole, as recounted by Norwegian explorer Erling Kagge, who journeyed there in 1990. This captivating narrative has been hailed as 'extraordinary' by Anne Applebaum and 'the book of a lifetime' by Elif Shafak.

The North Pole, a realm where the sun reigns for six uninterrupted months before plunging into half a year of darkness, has long captivated the human imagination. Kagge, our intrepid guide, unveils the Pole's story as never before, tracing its allure from Herodotus's early musings to the pioneering cartographers who mapped our world. We follow in the footsteps of legendary explorers like Fridtjof Nansen and Robert Peary, whose polar obsessions catapulted them to global fame.

This remarkable tome presents a fresh perspective on world history, viewed through the lens of the 'silver-shining vacantness' of the North Pole. Kagge masterfully interweaves his personal experiences from his 1990 expedition with this sweeping historical narrative, crafting a psychological exploration of human perseverance in the face of adversity.

The North Pole: The History of an Obsession is more than just an adventure story; it's a profound meditation on the hidden dreams that drive us, the complex relationships between fathers and sons, and the inexorable human urge to push beyond known boundaries. It speaks to anyone who has ever gazed at the horizon and wondered what lies beyond.

Praised by luminaries such as Michael Palin and Alain de Botton, this bracing account solidifies Kagge's reputation as both a world-class explorer and a gifted wordsmith, as attested by Sir Ranulph Fiennes. It is an essential read for those captivated by the allure of the unknown and the indomitable spirit of human exploration.

Product Information:

Book ISBN: 9780241645833
Book Author: Erling Kagge
Book Format: Hardback
Book Imprint: Viking
Book Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
Book Dimensions: 214 x 153 x 37 cm
Book Publication Date: 2025-02-27
Book Pagination: 432 pages
Book Weight: 576g
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Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.

This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.

We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.

Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’

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