With Byrd at the Bottom of the World vividly recounts American explorer Admiral Richard E. Byrd’s expedition to the South Pole. From the sublime to the ridiculous; author and fellow explorer Norman D. Vaughan recalls the historic moments; practical jokes; jealousies; and affection among compatriots facing the dangers of a frozen and inhospitable continent.
#1268331 in Books 2014-11-06Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.39 x .81 x 6.34l; .0 #File Name: 1442224061214 pages
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Important reading for people interested in better understanding the culture war(s)By wehrestateSince it was a download I received it immediately to start reading. It is well written with a mind to making the data more understandable to the general reader. Well annotated; although it is a bit clunky to have all the footnotes listed after each chapter rather than at the end of the book. I am finding it a very fascinating study into early 21st century U.S. culture. Well done.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. this was a very interesting read; but i did ...By James M.Jonesthis was a very interesting read; but i did not quite understand the survey charts;on how they aligned with the numbers.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Four StarsBy Robert KovacsNothing really changes with people.
