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An introduction to Nansen’s life and northern explorations, tracing his background, ambitions, and expeditions for younger readers.
From the opening pages: “I. Nansen's Boyhood--Education and Character 1 II. Youthful Adventures 14 III. Mountain-climbing in Winter 29 IV. Preparing for the Greenland Expedition 35 V. Sledging across Greenland 51 VI. Nansen's Marriage--A Strange Wedding-trip 73 VII. The Fram--Setting out for the Pole 82 VIII. The Ice Pressure--Hunting the White Bear 94 IX. Farthest North 109 X. Nansen Meeting Dr. Jackson in Franz Joseph Land…”
