Fridtjof Nansen

Fridtjof Nansen was a Norwegian explorer, scientist, diplomat, humanitarian, and Nobel Peace Prize laureate. He is best known for his explorations of the Arctic, particularly his 1893-1896 expedition on the ship Fram, which was the first to travel the Arctic Ocean from east to west. Nansen also made significant contributions to neuroscience and was an influential figure in the establishment of the League of Nations, where he worked on behalf of prisoners of war and refugees, leading to his Nobel Peace Prize in 1922.

Books

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  1. 1. Farthest North

    "Farthest North" is a riveting firsthand account of a polar expedition undertaken in the late 19th century. The author, a Norwegian explorer, recounts his daring attempt to reach the North Pole by allowing his specially designed ship to be frozen into the Arctic ice and carried by the drift. The narrative includes fascinating descriptions of the Arctic environment, thrilling tales of survival against harsh conditions, and scientific observations. The expedition, although it did not reach the North Pole, achieved the highest latitude to that date and contributed significantly to Arctic exploration.