Harsh, real-time weather and ice in the edge of the world.
This nonfiction diary captures daily meteorological notes from a 1911 Antarctic journey, revealing how wind, cold, and sea ice shape survival and travel in extreme conditions.
Across log entries and field observations, readers glimpse the challenges of sledging, tent life, and scientific work at Warning Glacier and Cape Adare. The prose combines weather data with human moments, offering a grounded view of life on the ice without venturing into fiction.
- Detailed daily weather observations and wind patterns from a historic Antarctic expedition.
- Firsthand notes on ice formation, cracks, drift, and the movement of glaciers and coastlines.
- Accounts of field science work, camp routines, and the challenges of tracking data in the field.
- Context for understanding how meteorology and geology intertwined on a remote polar journey.
Ideal for readers interested in polar exploration, historical science, and firsthand accounts of life in extreme environments.