The Expedition: The Forgotten Story of a Polar Tragedy

Name: The Expedition: The Forgotten Story of a Polar Tragedy
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Book Synopsis: In 1897 three men disappeared in the North Pole—only now have their final hours been revealed with this award-winning forensic investigation of a 120-year-old mystery. On July 11th, 1897, three men set out in a hydrogen balloon bound for the North Pole. Led by engineer August Soloman Andrée, they want to make history, but are frighteningly under-prepared. Three days into their journey they make a crash landing and disappear into a white nightmare. They never return. 33 years later, the men's bodies and equipment are found buried beneath the snow and ice on a deserted glacier. They had enough food, clothing, and ammunition to survive. Why did they die? 100 years later, Bea Uusma is at a party. She pulls a book off a shelf about the Andrée Expedition. For the next 15 years, Bea will think of nothing else. This is her journey to uncover the truth.

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Are you ready to embark on a thrilling expedition filled with mystery and intrigue? Introducing "The Expedition: The Forgotten Story of a Polar Tragedy," an award-winning book that takes you on a captivating journey into the untold story of three men who vanished in the North Pole 120 years ago. Prepare to be spellbound as you uncover the shocking truth behind their disappearance in this gripping forensic investigation.

Join engineer August Soloman Andrée and his companions as they courageously set off on a historic voyage to the North Pole in a hydrogen balloon. But as they face the icy unknown, they quickly realize that they are woefully unprepared for the challenges that lie ahead. Just three days into their expedition, disaster strikes, and they vanish into a white nightmare. Their fate remains a haunting mystery for over three decades.

Fast forward 33 years, and the bodies and equipment of these brave explorers are unearthed on a desolate glacier, buried beneath layers of snow and ice. The shocking revelation? They had more than enough provisions to survive. The question then arises - why did they not make it back? It is this enigma that has captivated the world for 100 years, and now, you have the chance to be a part of the search for answers.

Enter Bea Uusma, a woman drawn into the captivating tale of the Andrée Expedition. From the moment she stumbles upon a book at a party about this mysterious tragedy, her life takes a turn she could never have anticipated. For the next 15 years, Bea's relentless pursuit of the truth becomes an obsession. Join her on this extraordinary journey as she leaves no stone unturned in her quest to unravel the secrets of the past.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to dive into "The Expedition: The Forgotten Story of a Polar Tragedy." Immerse yourself in a tale filled with suspense, adventure, and a century-old puzzle waiting to be solved. Get your copy today and embark on a remarkable voyage that will keep you guessing until the very last page.

Order now and experience the thrill of uncovering the truth!

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