Tarver, Michael C.

The SS Terra Nova (1884-1943): Whaler, Sealer and Polar Exploration Ship

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ISBN 13:: 9780750994088
author:: Tarver, Michael C.
format:: Paperback / softback
publisher:: The History Press Ltd
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2020
Pages:: 344
Dimensions:: 23.4 x 15.6 centimetres (0.55 kg
Genre:: History, Military History, Naval,
Condition:: New
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The SS Terra Nova: A Ship of Exploration and Endurance. This meticulously researched account tells the story of one of the most iconic polar exploration ships of the 'heroic age'. Built in wood to enable flexibility in the ice, the SS Terra Nova played a pivotal role in the 1910 expedition led by Robert Falcon Scott. However, her history extends far beyond this ill-fated voyage, spanning sixty years and a rich narrative of whaling and sealing in the early twentieth century. From its construction at a renowned Scottish shipbuilding yard to its eventual sinking off Greenland in 1943, the SS Terra Nova's story is one of resilience and determination. This book brings together accounts from those who sailed on her, providing a unique insight into life on board and the challenges faced by the crew. With its rich historical context and engaging narrative, this book is a must-have for anyone interested in maritime history and exploration.

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