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Farthest North by Fridtjof Nansen 1st Edition 1898

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Farthest North by Fridtjof Nansen 1st Edition 1898
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This is a RARE complete two volume first edition of "Farthest North" written by Fridtjof Nansen and published in 1898. Nansen was a Norwegian explorer, scientist and diplomat who led an expedition aboard the ship "Fram" from 1893-1896 to reach the North Pole. The books provide an historical account of his adventures. They features beautifully illustrated covers with gilt decorations showing the ship surrounded by ice. Inside the books are numerous maps, illustrations and drawings from Nansen's expedition. The books are in good condition. Each one measures 6.5" x 9".