Peary: The Man Who Refused To Fail

""Peary: The Man Who Refused To Fail"" is a biography written by Fitzhugh Green about the life of Robert E. Peary, an American explorer who is best known for his expeditions to the Arctic. The book provides a detailed account of Peary's life, from his childhood in Pennsylvania to his numerous expeditions to the Arctic, including his successful journey to the North Pole in 1909.Green's biography delves into Peary's personal life, including his marriage to Josephine Diebitsch Peary, who accompanied him on several of his expeditions, and his relationships with other explorers, such as Matthew Henson, who was part of Peary's team that reached the North Pole.The book also explores Peary's determination and perseverance, as he faced numerous obstacles and setbacks during his expeditions, including harsh weather conditions, equipment failures, and conflicts with other explorers. Despite these challenges, Peary remained committed to his goal of reaching the North Pole and refused to give up.Overall, ""Peary: The Man Who Refused To Fail"" provides a fascinating look into the life and accomplishments of one of America's most renowned explorers, and is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Arctic exploration.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Fitzhugh Green
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 456
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.33lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.92d
ISBN: 9781163139004

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