Mitenbuler, Reid
Wanderlust: An Eccentric Explorer, an Epic Journey, a Lost Age
- ISBN 13:
- 9780063352438
- author:
- Mitenbuler, Reid
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Mariner Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 512
- Dimensions:
- 19.3 x 13.7 x 3.6 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Biography, General, History,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Wanderlust: An Eccentric Explorer, an Epic Journey, a Lost Age The life of an adventurer is often seen as a series of thrilling exploits, but for Peter Freuchen, it was a way of life. Born with an insatiable curiosity, he traversed some of the greatest frontiers of the 20th century, from the Arctic wilderness to the underground resistance networks of World War II. From the brink of death to the heights of adventure, Freuchen's story is one of survival and resilience. He recounts his experiences with a sense of humor and humility, revealing a man who was as much a product of his environment as the landscapes he explored. This is a compelling and deeply personal tale of one man's journey to the edge of the world and back again.