Farthest North, Volume I


Read by Sharon Riskedahl

(4.7 stars; 52 reviews)

Farthest North chronicles the remarkable journey of Fridtjof Nansen and his crew aboard the ship Fram, as they venture into the uncharted Arctic territories from 1893 to 1896. This account not only details their exploration of the polar regions but also highlights the challenges and triumphs faced during a grueling fifteen-month sleigh journey across the ice.

Nansen's narrative is rich with vivid descriptions of the stark beauty of the Arctic landscape and the harsh realities of survival in one of the planet's most extreme environments. As a pioneering explorer, he offers insights into the scientific observations made during the expedition, blending adventure with a quest for knowledge.

This audiobook invites listeners to experience the spirit of exploration and the relentless pursuit of discovery. Nansen's reflections on nature, endurance, and the human spirit set this work apart, making it a significant contribution to the history of exploration.

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Contents 1:02 Read by Sharon Riskedahl
Chapter I, Introduction, Part 1 45:07 Read by Sharon Riskedahl
Chapter I, Introduction, Part 2 44:17 Read by Sharon Riskedahl
Chapter II, Preparations And Equipment 45:20 Read by Sharon Riskedahl
Chapter III, The Start 24:32 Read by Sharon Riskedahl
Chapter IV, Farewell To Norway 56:43 Read by Sharon Riskedahl
Chapter V, Voyage Through The Kara Sea, Part 1 57:44 Read by Sharon Riskedahl
Chapter V, Voyage Through The Kara Sea, Part 2 59:01 Read by Sharon Riskedahl
Chapter VI, The Winter Night, Part 1 52:53 Read by Sharon Riskedahl
Chapter VI, The Winter Night, Part 2 58:10 Read by Sharon Riskedahl
Chapter VI, The Winter Night, Part 3 59:24 Read by Sharon Riskedahl
Chapter VI, The Winter Night, Part 4 48:16 Read by Sharon Riskedahl
Chapter VI, The Winter Night, Part 5 44:23 Read by Sharon Riskedahl
Chapter VI, The Winter Night, Part 6 34:18 Read by Sharon Riskedahl
Chapter VII, The Spring And Summer Of 1894, Part 1 46:10 Read by Sharon Riskedahl
Chapter VII, The Spring And Summer Of 1894, Part 2 53:44 Read by Sharon Riskedahl
Chapter VIII, Second Autumn In The Ice, Part 1 39:24 Read by Sharon Riskedahl
Chapter VIII, Second Autumn In The Ice, Part 2 51:11 Read by Sharon Riskedahl

Reviews

North


(5 stars)

The reader is great, nuanced, expert. The journey told is fascinating. Love the north.


(2 stars)

only got to The start chapter, found it self indulgent

thoroughly enjoyed


(5 stars)

A great story indeed. Imagined everything. I love journals. Reader was great :-)