Polar Exposure The Women's Euro-Arabian North Pole Expedition

When British Explorer Felicity Aston put out an open call for women with little to no experience willing to brave the elements on an expedition to the North Pole, she was stunned to have over 1000 applicants. After narrowing it down to ten women from ten different countries-some of whom had never seen snow before-the team spent the next two years training for this unique opportunity. Each member of the team tells part of the story in her own words, chronicling their gruelling preparation in Iceland and Oman, the anticipation for the journey, and the terrifying conditions of the Arctic. Set against a backdrop of Arctic pack ice that is thinner, newer, and less stable than ever before due to climate change-the team face the realities of hungry polar bears, extreme temperatures, and the possibility that anything and everything could go wrong at any moment. Aston beautifully weaves each woman's account into the greater expedition narrative, reminding readers of the teamwork needed to complete such a feat. Over 60 stunning photographs illustrate the journey, illuminating the breathtaking landscape along with the joy, pain, and determination of these ten women. Polar Exposure is a powerful celebration of the perseverance of women in science, sports, and exploration that sheds light on all that it takes to reach the top of the world.

ISBN:	9781623545536
Publisher:	Charlesbridge Publishing
Imprint:	Imagine
Published date:	15 Nov 2022
DEWEY:	910.9113
DEWEY edition:	23
Language:	English
Number of pages:	cm
Weight:	998g
Height:	241mm
Width:	178mm
Spine width:	24mm

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