Wanderlust

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The mesmerizing tale of an eccentric adventurer who traversed the frontiers of the twentieth century, from uncharted Arctic wastelands to the underground resistance networks of World War II. Deep in the Arctic wilderness, Peter Freuchen found himself buried alive under the snow during a blizzard, trapped beneath his dogsled. He managed to claw a hole through the ice, only to discover his beard had frozen to the sled runners, locking him in place as he lost feeling in his body. If Freuchen could escape that, he could escape anything. His life resembled an adventure novel and inspired many of his own writings. A wildly eccentric Dane with a unique sense of humor, Freuchen's insatiable curiosity took him from the twilight years of Arctic exploration to Hollywood's Golden Age, and from climate research to the Danish underground during World War II. He conducted jaw-dropping expeditions, survived a Nazi prison camp, and overcame a devastating injury that nearly cost him his life. Guided by restlessness and progressive ideals, he championed Indigenous communities and environmental stewardship, sparking conversations that resonate today. Meticulously researched and grippingly written, this book is an unforgettable tale of daring and discovery, portraying a heroic figure of the last century while reflecting on our relationship with the planet and humanity.