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    Reference 577 (2581)
    Category Antarctic;
    Author Hayes, J. Gordon
    Title THE CONQUEST OF THE SOUTH POLE.
    Publishing Information London: Thornton Butterworth,1932.
    Description 1st Edition; 318 pages plus 2 pages of advertis, illustrated, 31 photos, some by Ponting, 11 maps and charts. Original covers, contemporary gift inscription on front end paper otherwise contents clean. An interesting early history of the "Heroic Age" of exploration at the South Pole, starting at the beginning of the 20th Century up until the introduction of aviation. Drawing upon first hand accounts, official documents and close relationships to the explorers, Hayes paints a vivid picture of the expeditions of Scott, Shackleton, Mawson, Wilkins, Byrd and others. Includes numerous photos and charts, has a useful bibliography of Antarctic exploration.
    Price £65.00
    Keywords Scott, Shackleton, Mawson, Wilkins, Byrd, polar, antarctic, expedition. S1-Ant
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