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Delving into the British fascination with polar exploration, the book offers a unique perspective on the minds of explorers as they faced perilous journeys. It intertwines historical figures like Captain Perry with cultural references, including literature and culinary obsessions, to paint a vivid picture of the era. By examining the romantic allure and inherent dangers of the poles, it transcends conventional history, presenting a rich tapestry of exploration intertwined with human desire and imagination.
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I May Be Some Time, Francis Spufford
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- Publicado en
- 1999
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- Título
- I May Be Some Time
- Subtítulo
- Ice and the English Imagination
- Idioma
- Inglés
- Autores
- Francis Spufford
- Editorial
- St. Martin's Griffin
- Publicado en
- 1999
- Formato
- Tapa blanda
- Páginas
- 394
- ISBN13
- 9780312220815
- Serie
- Etiquetas
- No ficción, Historia, Mapas y viajes, Viajes, Aventura, Literatura Británica, Época Victoriana
- Calificación
- 3,9 de 5
- Descripción
- Delving into the British fascination with polar exploration, the book offers a unique perspective on the minds of explorers as they faced perilous journeys. It intertwines historical figures like Captain Perry with cultural references, including literature and culinary obsessions, to paint a vivid picture of the era. By examining the romantic allure and inherent dangers of the poles, it transcends conventional history, presenting a rich tapestry of exploration intertwined with human desire and imagination.