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I May Be Some Time

Ice and the English Imagination

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Delving into the British fascination with polar exploration, the book offers a unique perspective on the minds of explorers as they faced perilous journeys. It intertwines historical figures like Captain Perry with cultural references, including literature and culinary obsessions, to paint a vivid picture of the era. By examining the romantic allure and inherent dangers of the poles, it transcends conventional history, presenting a rich tapestry of exploration intertwined with human desire and imagination.

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I May Be Some Time, Francis Spufford

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Rok vydania
1999
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Titul
I May Be Some Time
Podtitul
Ice and the English Imagination
Jazyk
anglicky
Rok vydania
1999
Väzba
mäkká
Počet strán
394
ISBN13
9780312220815
Série
Hodnotenie
3,9 z 5
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Delving into the British fascination with polar exploration, the book offers a unique perspective on the minds of explorers as they faced perilous journeys. It intertwines historical figures like Captain Perry with cultural references, including literature and culinary obsessions, to paint a vivid picture of the era. By examining the romantic allure and inherent dangers of the poles, it transcends conventional history, presenting a rich tapestry of exploration intertwined with human desire and imagination.