The Karluk set out in 1913 in search of an undiscovered continent; with the largest scientific staff ever sent into the Arctic. Soon after; winter had begun; they were blown off course by polar storms; the ship became imprisoned in ice; and the expedition was abandoned by its leader. Hundreds of miles from civilization; the castaways had no choice but to find solid ground as they struggled against starvation; snow blindness; disease; exposure--and each other. After almost twelve months battling the elements; twelve survivors were rescued; thanks to the heroic efforts of their captain; Bartlett; the Ice Master; who traveled by foot across the ice and through Siberia to find help.Drawing on the diaries of those who were rescued and those who perished; Jennifer Niven re-creates with astonishing accuracy the ill-fated journey and the crews desperate attempts to find a way home.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. EDUCATIONALBy Nancy E. BilsonNancy's husband Jack: I believe I have read dozens of books regarding Gettysburg and have visited the battlefield 32 times. This book not only portrays General Hancock's brilliance and contributions but will give you a better education about the second day and part of the first day than any book that has been previously written.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. So-so Analysis of Hancock at GettysburgBy UmbertoBasically a brief biography of Hancock and summary of Gettysburg battle. Had a few novel insights into psyche of Hancock but not many. I was expecting to read more depth about hancock's perspective into battle. The book is too brief to get into that level of detail . I read much of the same info in other books describing the Gettysburg battle2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy ChuckA nice book about Hancock at Gettysburg. Lots of first hand accounts. A must have for anyone's Gettysburg collection.
