Summary:
The book chronicles the harrowing 1881 Arctic voyage of the USS Jeannette and the Greely Expedition, detailing their struggle for survival against extreme weather, ice entrapment, and dwindling supplies. It recounts the crew's endurance, scientific accomplishments, and the tragic outcomes, including starvation and loss of life, as they attempted to reach the Farthest North.
Key points:
1. Human Resilience: The book showcases the human spirit's endurance, as the Greely Expedition team survived three years in the harsh Arctic.
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