“I may say that this is the greatest factor: the way in which the expedition is equipped, the way in which every difficulty is foreseen, and precautions taken for meeting or avoiding it. Victory awaits him who has everything in order, luck, people call it. Defeat is certain for him who has neglected to take the necessary precautions in time, this is called bad luck.”
This book provides an in-depth look at the challenges and triumphs faced by Roald Amundsen and his team during their historic expedition to the South Pole in the early 20th century. It delves into the meticulous planning, the harsh conditions of the Antarctic, and the human spirit's resilience in the face of extreme adversity. more
Norwegian explorer, known as the 'Father of Antarctic Exploration' for his successful first journey to the South Pole. more
“Everything is on a reduced scale here in the Polar regions; we can't afford to be extravagant.”
“We have come to a point where it is loyalty to resist, and treason to submit.”
“Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony.”