Exploring With Byrd - Softcover

Byrd, Richard E.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1406704539 ISBN 13: 9781406704532

Publisher: Read Books, 2007

Synopsis

This book contains Richard E. Byrd’s 1937 autobiography, "Exploring with Byrd". This detailed account chronicles his life from his early days as a Navy pilot to his ambitions attempts to fly to the north and south poles. A fascinating look into life and mind of a man who knew no limits, this volume is highly recommended for those with an interest in exciting historical accounts. It would make for a worthy addition to any collection. Contents include: “Education of a Pilot”, “Flight to the North Pole”, “Antarctic Assault”, “Little America is Born”, “Escape from the Rockefeller Mountains”, “Spring Preparations”, “Flight to the South Pole”, “Eastward Beyond the Horizon”, “Return to Antarctica”, “The Devil’s Graveyard”, “Little America Regained”, etcetera. Rear Admiral Richard E. Byrd, Jr. (1888 - 1957) was an American naval officer famous for his historic explorative endeavours. Many vintage texts such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive, and it is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition. It comes complete with a specially commissioned new biography of the author.

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About the Author

Rear Admiral Richard E. Byrd (1888-1957) was an international hero best known for his accomplishments in pioneer aviation and polar exploration. Recipient of the U.S. Congressional Medal of Honor for navigating the first flight over the North Pole in 1926, he also was honored for his 1927 trans-Atlantic flight. In subsequent expeditions to the South Pole he discovered new land and collected important scientific data. His books "Little America"and "Skyward, "both straightforward accounts of his polar expeditions, were followed by Alone in 1938. Byrd wrote Alone in response to requests from people all over the world wanting to know the true story behind his ordeal.

Edition details

• Publisher: Read Books
• Publication date: 2007
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1406704539
• ISBN 13: 9781406704532
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 264