The Amundsen Photographs

Huntford, Roland (editor, introduction)

ISBN 10: 0871131714 / ISBN 13: 9780871131713

Published by The Atlantic Monthly Press, New York, 1987

Book in excellent condition - tail of spine lightly bumped, previous owner's bookplate inside front cover, tiny specks ink from bookplate have transferred to first page. Unclipped dust jacket has short tear top back cover, otherwise light shelf and edge wear only. Amundsen's photographs of three expeditions: 1903 North West Passage, 1911 attainment of the South Pole, and 1918 journey along the Siberian coast and through the North East Passage. Size: 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. 199 pages, index. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: 2 - 3 pounds. Category: Photography; Arctic & Antarctic. ISBN: 0871131714. ISBN/EAN: 9780871131713. Pictures of this item not already displayed here available upon request. Inventory No: 607574. Additional shipping charges may apply. Seller Inventory # 607574

Synopsis:

Set in the context of Roald Amundsen's life and explorations with captions drawn from previously unpublished notes, this photographic collection offers an unprecedented illustrated tour of Amundsen's unrivaled achievements in Arctic exploration

Reviews: A serendipitous discovery in 1986 by the widow of the great Norwegian explorer's nephew uncovered the glass "lantern slides" taken by Amundsen and his cohorts on Amundsen's three most important expeditions: through the Northwest Passage in 1903; the triumphant 1911 attainment of the South Pole; and along the Siberian Coast and through the North East Passage in 1918. The 100 photographs in this handsome book comprise a unique panorama of shipboard life, crews, natives, sled dogs, equipment, and the overland treks. There is a brisk, informative text. A blend of "immediacy, artlessness, and authenticity," comments Huntford. Recommended. Jerry Maioli, Western Lib. Network, Olympia, Wash.
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Bibliographic Details

Title: The Amundsen Photographs
Publisher: The Atlantic Monthly Press, New York
Publication Date: 1987
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Near Fine
Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good
Edition: First Thus.