In the Land of White Death: An Epic Story of Survival in the Siberian Arctic (Modern Library Exploration)

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Book Synopsis: “One helluva read.”—Newsweek • “Gripping.”—Outside • “Spellbinding.”—Associated Press • “Powerful.”—New York In 1912, the Saint Anna, a Russian exploration vessel in search of fertile hunting grounds, was frozen into the polar ice cap, trapping her crew aboard. For nearly a year and a half, they struggled to stay alive. As all hope of rescue faded, they realized their best chance of survival might be to set out on foot, across hundreds of miles of desolate ice, with their lifeboats dragged behind them on sledges, in hope of reaching safety. Twenty of them chose to stay aboard; thirteen began the trek; of them all, only two survived. Originally published in Russia in 1917, In the Land of White Death was translated into English for the first time by the Modern Library to widespread critical acclaim. As well as recounting Albanov’s vivid, first-person account of his ninety-day ordeal over 235 miles of frozen sea, this expanded paperback edition contains three newly discovered photographs and an extensive new Epilogue by David Roberts based on the never-before-published diary of Albanov’s only fellow survivor, Alexander Konrad. As gripping as Albanov’s own tale, the Epilogue sheds new light on the tragic events of 1912–1914, brings to life many of those who perished (including the infamous captain Brusilov and nurse Zhdanko, the only woman on board), and, inadvertently, reveals one new piece of information—about the identity of the traitors who left Albanov for dead—that is absolutely shocking.“Poetic.”—The Washington Post • “A lost masterpiece.”—Booklist • “A jewel of polar literature.”—Seattle Post-Intelligencer • “Vivid . . . [a work of] terrifying beauty.”—The Boston Globe Read more

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Are you looking for an exhilarating adventure that will captivate your senses? Look no further than "In the Land of White Death: An Epic Story of Survival in the Siberian Arctic"! This gripping account of the Saint Anna crew's harrowing journey through the frozen tundra will leave you on the edge of your seat. With reviews like "spellbinding" and "powerful," this book is an absolute must-read for any explorer-at-heart.

Step into the frozen world of the Siberian Arctic and join the crew of the Saint Anna as they face unimaginable challenges. Trapped aboard their frozen vessel, these fearless explorers must find a way to survive against all odds. In a desperate race for safety, they embark on a treacherous trek across miles of desolate ice, dragging their lifeboats behind them. Will they make it out alive?

What makes "In the Land of White Death" even more compelling is its historical significance. Originally published in 1917, this remarkable tale of survival has been brought to life by the Modern Library. Immerse yourself in Albanov's vivid firsthand account of his ninety-day ordeal, coupled with never-before-published photographs and a new Epilogue by David Roberts. This expanded paperback edition is a true treasure for all lovers of exploration.

Prepare to be transported to a world of breathtaking beauty and heart-pounding danger. Experience the vivid descriptions that will make you feel as if you're right there alongside Albanov and his fellow survivors. Don't miss this lost masterpiece of polar literature that has garnered praise like "poetic" and "a jewel." Get your copy of "In the Land of White Death: An Epic Story of Survival in the Siberian Arctic" today and embark on a journey like no other.

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