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The last Viking : the life of Roald Amundsen / Stephen Bown.
The untold story of the great polar explorer who conquered the world's last unknown places, before vanishing in a daring bid to rescue his nemesis. Larger than life, arrogant and competitive, Roald Amundsen was also a meticulous organizer and planner, willing to learn from the mistakes of others, and humble enough to seek the advice of indigenous peoples skilled in arctic survival. Drawing on hundreds of recently uncovered press clippings, "The Last Viking" goes beyond Amundsen's conflicted legacy to reveal a humorous, self-deprecating storyteller who was also a visionary and showman.
Record details
- ISBN: 9781553659372 (hc.)
- ISBN: 9781771620000 (tr. pbk.)
- Physical Description: xxii, 357 p., [16] p. of plates : ill., maps, ports. ; 24 cm.
- Publisher: Vancouver, B.C. : Douglas & McIntyre, c2012.
Content descriptions
| Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
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| Genre: | Biography. |
Available copies
- 6 of 7 copies available at BC Interlibrary Connect. (Show)
- 1 of 1 copy available at Smithers Public Library.
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- 0 current holds with 7 total copies.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Holdable? | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smithers Public Library | ANF 919.89 BOW (Text) | 35101000388129 | Stacks | Volume hold | Available | - |
