The 2014 discovery of HMS Erebus - a ship lost during Sir John Franklin’s 1845 expedition to find the Northwest Passage - reignited popular; economic; and political interest in the Arctic’s exploration; history; anthropology; and historical geography. Lines in the Ice investigates the allure of the North through topographical views; maps; explorers’ diaries; and historic photographs. Following the course of major journeys to the Arctic; including those of Martin Frobisher; Henry Hudson; and John Franklin; Philip Hatfield assesses the impact of these incursions on the North’s numerous indigenous communities and reveals the role of exploration in making the modern world. Besides detailing the area’s vivid history; Lines in the Ice also focuses on beautiful works created over the last 500 years by people who live and travel in the Arctic. Lavishly illustrated with reproductions of items rarely seen outside of the British Library; this volume meditates on humans’ relationships with the Arctic at a time when climate change poses a catastrophic threat to the peoples and ecosystems of this enigmatic region. A timely work that traces the past’s influence on the present day; Lines in the Ice showcases the rich visual history of Arctic exploration; indigenous cultural works; and the longstanding ways in which the North has captivated the public.
#125507 in Books Ed Viesturs 2010-08-03 2010-08-03Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.00 x .90 x 5.20l; .70 #File Name: 0767932609352 pagesK2 Life and Death on the World s Most Dangerous Mountain
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Well researched; well documented; well written book about significant attempts to climb K2By C MakI've enjoyed Mr. Viesturs' other books and this is no exception. Unlike 'no shortcuts' this is not autobiographical; the title is exactly what it is; a book about various expeditions on K2. Mr. Viesturs' has done his research and references the books he read in preparation and gives you his view on what's 'normal' within the context of mountaineering. (Every sport has its norms and he knows what's customary and what's not so in in a far better position to comment. ) As a librarian I appreciate good research and use of authoritative sources; if I were grading his work I'd give it an A. As a read it's a compelling narrative making me wonder yet again why anyone wants to climb those monster peaks but then again; why do I love reading the books they write after?! I wish I had bought this in paper as opposed to Kindle because I'd love easier access to the bibliography.Bottom line; if you like books about mountaineering and the history of mountaineering this is a great read. If you're looking to read more about Visturs' experiences this isn't it.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. k2 what an engimaBy jamestells what went on behind the movies and tells the true facts and ties up the mystery behind the mountains. As a real mountain climber he can just and is equal on how he writes. I know the first chapter has answered many of my most unanswered questions from Wilco how at this time I think is still lying about Aug 1; 2008 and will never say what happened on the mountain that night; why they didn't follow Pemba down when he made the decision to leave the Korean team who wasn't strong enough to make the climb that day and put all the lives in danger. It felt to me after watching the doc. movie over 150 times that he planned on there always being someone there to get him out of a jam; Ger a person he knew would give his life for anyone even if it could cost him his and its to bad it did but what a true hero he was!!! McDonnell's be proud!!!!!!! I think that maybe the only reason Gerard may have stayed that night was he was not leaving people alone on the mountain that night. only my theory. Great book0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Interesting and factual without boring 'insider mountaineering terms"By DeniseMOwn most of Viesturs books; he's good about giving the history and factual events of mountains climbing. His books hold some 'juicy' insight into characters at times; but he doesn't gossip. Explains climbing safety and techniques without talking over reader's head using inside terminology of the climbing sport that makes it boring and difficult to understand; as some writer's do. Knows the history of this sport and tosses in past events to illustrate more current ones I'd recommend to others interested in this extreme sport.
