Robert Edwin Peary (1856–1920) was an American explorer who claimed to have reached the geographic North Pole with his expedition on April 6, 1909. Peary's claim was widely credited for most of the 20th century, rather than the competing claim by Frederick Cook, who said he got there a year earlier. Both claims were widely debated in newspapers until 1913.Probably few outsiders realize the well-nigh incredible toil and hardship entailed in such an achievement as Peary's; and fewer ...

The stories of the first explorers of the Arctic and the North Pole have always been somewhat overshadowed by the famous and tragic race for the South Pole a decade later. In truth the story is no less riveting to the reader, in terms of bravery, resilience and determination.What is more, in an extra dimension to the story there is the enduring controversy over who was in fact the first to make it to the North Pole. Was it Dr Frederick Cook in 1908, or Captain Peary in 1909? Histor...

Matthew Henson & Robert Peary is specifically written to meet the needs of adolescents and adults who are reluctant readers. The photographs, maps, and illustrations reflect the text, making the words easy to decode. This high-interest, low-vocabulary biography is ideal for English as a Second Language or adult basic education students. Robert Peary (1856-1920) and Matthew Henson (1866-1955) opened up the gateway to the North Pole. Peary, an engineer in the U.S. Navy, and Henson, born to p...

In April of 1909, a year after Frederick Cook claimed to have arrived at the North Pole, Robert Peary (1856-1920) announced that Cook had never reached this point and that he, Peary, was the first man to reach the pole. Peary's record of the expedition tells of the arduous conditions he and his men endured, first breaking through the ice in a ship, then traveling via dog sleds. Along the way, Peary made extensive observations on hunting wildlife such as reindeer and musk-oxen, the geograph...

"Secrets of Polar Travel" by Robert E. Peary is a fascinating exploration of the challenges and triumphs of Arctic expeditions. Peary, a renowned explorer, shares his extensive knowledge and experiences gained from numerous journeys to the North Pole. The book delves into the intricacies of polar navigation, survival techniques, and the importance of preparation in extreme conditions. Peary's firsthand accounts provide readers with a vivid picture of the harsh realities faced by explorers ...

Includes over 65 B&W illustrationsRobert Edwin Peary Sr. was an American explorer and officer in the United States Navy who made several expeditions to the Arctic in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He is best known for, in April 1909, leading an expedition that claimed to be the first to have reached the geographic North Pole.

Tagelange Schneestürme, raues, zu Bergen aufgetürmtes Eis, arktische Temperaturen, plötzlich breite Wasserrinnen, die den Weg versperren und nur auf treibenden Eisschollen überquert werden können, hastig zusammengebaute Iglus als Schutz gegen die Naturgewalten - auf diese Begegnung musste sich einstellen, wer den Weg zum Nordpol wagte. Doch um die Jahrhundertwende herrschte kein Mangel an Männern, deren Ziele so abenteuerlich wie tollkühn waren und nicht selten auch von Besessenheit zeugte...

In "Secrets of Polar Travel," Robert E. Peary, an iconic figure in Arctic exploration, presents an illuminating account of the technical and personal challenges faced during polar expeditions. The book combines vivid narrative with practical advice, grounded in Peary's extensive firsthand experience navigating the treacherous terrains of the Arctic. Through a meticulously crafted blend of adventure and scientific observations, Peary delves into the intricacies of ice structure, weather pat...

Excerpt: "When an expedition starts for distant and mysterious regions for an uncertain length of time, and particularly when its objective point is the frozen heart of the Arctic Circle, it is natural that those who know and are interested in its objects and plans should turn with interest to its personnel and its surroundings and environment while en route to the scene of action. The opening scenes of an Arctic voyage are comparatively familiar to those conversant with Arctic literature....

"The North Pole" is Capt. Robert E. Peary's personal account of his expedition to attempt to be the first Man to reach the Geographic North Pole. Peary achieved his dream in 1909 (although doubt has subsequently been raised as to whether he actually arrived at the Pole itself, or only got within 5 miles of it.)To his horror, on returning from the Arctic Peary discovered that Frederick Cook, his companion from a previous trip to the Arctic was claiming to have beaten him to the Pole...

In the brutal, unforgiving wilderness of the Arctic, where temperatures plummet to deadly extremes and endless white expanses stretch beyond human comprehension, one man dared to pursue the impossible dream that had claimed countless explorers before him. Robert E. Peary possessed an obsession so fierce it would drive him through decades of crushing defeats, physical mutilation, and soul-breaking setbacks in his relentless quest to plant the American flag at the very top of the world. This...

In September 1909—after nearly two decades of determined effort and numerous attempts, during which he lost eight toes to frostbite—American polar explorer Robert E. Peary emerged from the Arctic's frozen wasteland and declared that his final expedition had been victorious: on April 6, 1909, Peary had attained the North Pole, a long-sought prize that had thwarted and even killed his predecessors.Peary's news stunned the international community because a few days earlier his rival, ...