The Heart of the Antarctic (First Edition)
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Included are multiple pieces of media related to the books' contents, as well as for related expositions and shows from around the period of the book's publishing. These items include a facsimile version of the original 16 expedition members signatures (included as a frontispiece in the deluxe edition), a press article for the release of the book, two maps and two image plates that appear to be from another copy of the volumes, and a host of older sales listings for copies of the title.
The book chronicles Shackleton's attempt to reach the South Pole, coming remarkably close - within 97 nautical miles - before being forced to turn back due to severe weather, dwindling supplies, and the deteriorating health of his team members. This decision, though disappointing, likely saved their lives and demonstrated Shackleton's exceptional leadership under extreme conditions.
The expedition achieved several significant firsts: they located the South Magnetic Pole, climbed Mount Erebus (an active volcano), and conducted extensive scientific research. The book captures not only the physical challenges of Antarctic exploration but also the psychological strain, the beauty of the harsh landscape, and the camaraderie among the expedition members.
The book includes numerous maps, photographs, and detailed accounts of daily life in Antarctica, making it both an exciting adventure story and an important historical document of early 20th-century polar exploration.
2 Volumes. First edition. London: William Heinemann, 1909. 4to. Re-backed dark-blue publisher's cloth retaining original spine strip. Pages: vol.1: [ii], frontispiece, xlviii, 372; vol.2: [ii], frontispiece, xv, 419. 12 watercolour plates (with captioned tissue guards), 204 photographic plates. 3 fold-out maps and fold out panorama in pastedown at rear of vol.2.
Both volumes re-backed, retaining original spine strips. Covers lettering and illustrations stamped in silver. Spin lettering in gilt. Gilt along top edge, other edges uncut. W. Williams sticker on FFEP and previous owners signature on FBEP of both volumes. Pencil signatures here and there throughout both volumes. Good. Both volumes re-backed with blue adhesive cloth, original spine strips retained. Spines sunned. Some wearing to corners and spine edges. Minor loss to silver illustrations on both volumes. Some small markings here and there on covers both volumes. Contents in very good condition. Some age toning to end papers of both volumes. Mild foxing throughout, more prominent in volume II. All plates in excellent condition, watercolour plates bright with colours true. Photographic plates clean and clear contents.
Full title: The Heart of the Antarctic. Being the story of the British Antarctic Expedition 1907-1909. With an introduction by Hugh Robert Mill, D.Sc. An account of the first journey to the south magnetic pole by Professor T. W. Edgeworth David F.R.S.
Provenance: From the library of Warwick H. Williams.
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The Heart of the Antarctic (First Edition)
The Heart of the Antarctic (First Edition)
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Included are multiple pieces of media related to the books' contents, as well as for related expositions and shows from around the period of the book's publishing. These items include a facsimile version of the original 16 expedition members signatures (included as a frontispiece in the deluxe edition), a press article for the release of the book, two maps and two image plates that appear to be from another copy of the volumes, and a host of older sales listings for copies of the title.
The book chronicles Shackleton's attempt to reach the South Pole, coming remarkably close - within 97 nautical miles - before being forced to turn back due to severe weather, dwindling supplies, and the deteriorating health of his team members. This decision, though disappointing, likely saved their lives and demonstrated Shackleton's exceptional leadership under extreme conditions.
The expedition achieved several significant firsts: they located the South Magnetic Pole, climbed Mount Erebus (an active volcano), and conducted extensive scientific research. The book captures not only the physical challenges of Antarctic exploration but also the psychological strain, the beauty of the harsh landscape, and the camaraderie among the expedition members.
The book includes numerous maps, photographs, and detailed accounts of daily life in Antarctica, making it both an exciting adventure story and an important historical document of early 20th-century polar exploration.
2 Volumes. First edition. London: William Heinemann, 1909. 4to. Re-backed dark-blue publisher's cloth retaining original spine strip. Pages: vol.1: [ii], frontispiece, xlviii, 372; vol.2: [ii], frontispiece, xv, 419. 12 watercolour plates (with captioned tissue guards), 204 photographic plates. 3 fold-out maps and fold out panorama in pastedown at rear of vol.2.
Both volumes re-backed, retaining original spine strips. Covers lettering and illustrations stamped in silver. Spin lettering in gilt. Gilt along top edge, other edges uncut. W. Williams sticker on FFEP and previous owners signature on FBEP of both volumes. Pencil signatures here and there throughout both volumes. Good. Both volumes re-backed with blue adhesive cloth, original spine strips retained. Spines sunned. Some wearing to corners and spine edges. Minor loss to silver illustrations on both volumes. Some small markings here and there on covers both volumes. Contents in very good condition. Some age toning to end papers of both volumes. Mild foxing throughout, more prominent in volume II. All plates in excellent condition, watercolour plates bright with colours true. Photographic plates clean and clear contents.
Full title: The Heart of the Antarctic. Being the story of the British Antarctic Expedition 1907-1909. With an introduction by Hugh Robert Mill, D.Sc. An account of the first journey to the south magnetic pole by Professor T. W. Edgeworth David F.R.S.
Provenance: From the library of Warwick H. Williams.
Please note: This item is large and/or heavy. It may require additional postage costs to be paid. If so, we will contact you after purchase.
This book is currently not on display in store.
If you would like more information or to arrange a viewing, please contact: [email protected]
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Included are multiple pieces of media related to the books' contents, as well as for related expositions and shows from around the period of the book's publishing. These items include a facsimile version of the original 16 expedition members signatures (included as a frontispiece in the deluxe edition), a press article for the release of the book, two maps and two image plates that appear to be from another copy of the volumes, and a host of older sales listings for copies of the title.
The book chronicles Shackleton's attempt to reach the South Pole, coming remarkably close - within 97 nautical miles - before being forced to turn back due to severe weather, dwindling supplies, and the deteriorating health of his team members. This decision, though disappointing, likely saved their lives and demonstrated Shackleton's exceptional leadership under extreme conditions.
The expedition achieved several significant firsts: they located the South Magnetic Pole, climbed Mount Erebus (an active volcano), and conducted extensive scientific research. The book captures not only the physical challenges of Antarctic exploration but also the psychological strain, the beauty of the harsh landscape, and the camaraderie among the expedition members.
The book includes numerous maps, photographs, and detailed accounts of daily life in Antarctica, making it both an exciting adventure story and an important historical document of early 20th-century polar exploration.
2 Volumes. First edition. London: William Heinemann, 1909. 4to. Re-backed dark-blue publisher's cloth retaining original spine strip. Pages: vol.1: [ii], frontispiece, xlviii, 372; vol.2: [ii], frontispiece, xv, 419. 12 watercolour plates (with captioned tissue guards), 204 photographic plates. 3 fold-out maps and fold out panorama in pastedown at rear of vol.2.
Both volumes re-backed, retaining original spine strips. Covers lettering and illustrations stamped in silver. Spin lettering in gilt. Gilt along top edge, other edges uncut. W. Williams sticker on FFEP and previous owners signature on FBEP of both volumes. Pencil signatures here and there throughout both volumes. Good. Both volumes re-backed with blue adhesive cloth, original spine strips retained. Spines sunned. Some wearing to corners and spine edges. Minor loss to silver illustrations on both volumes. Some small markings here and there on covers both volumes. Contents in very good condition. Some age toning to end papers of both volumes. Mild foxing throughout, more prominent in volume II. All plates in excellent condition, watercolour plates bright with colours true. Photographic plates clean and clear contents.
Full title: The Heart of the Antarctic. Being the story of the British Antarctic Expedition 1907-1909. With an introduction by Hugh Robert Mill, D.Sc. An account of the first journey to the south magnetic pole by Professor T. W. Edgeworth David F.R.S.
Provenance: From the library of Warwick H. Williams.
Please note: This item is large and/or heavy. It may require additional postage costs to be paid. If so, we will contact you after purchase.
This book is currently not on display in store.
If you would like more information or to arrange a viewing, please contact: [email protected]
