THE MAGNETISM OF ANTARCTICA: The Ross Expedition 1839-1843
This under documented expedition was a pivotal moment in the annals of revealing the great unknown continent of Antarctica. Never before or since has the Antarctic pack ice been breached by two wooden warships powered by wind alone without the aid of charts or any prior knowledge of what they were to carry out and discover. Illustrated, some in color.
Format: Paperbound
Pages: 232
Publisher: Whittles
Publishing status: Current
ISBN: 9781849955010
Item #: 7822944