Arqtiq: A Study of the Marvels at the North Pole

"Arqtiq: A Study of the Marvels at the North Pole" by Anna Adolph is an imaginative adventure from the 1800s where a group of Californians, driven by a curious explorer, journey toward the North Pole in a unique vehicle that's designed for land, sea, and air. The story opens with a determined narrator who is eager to explore the Arctic in her own invented mode of transportation alongside her husband, her aging father, and a spirited young girl named Mae, promising a mix of humor and companionship as they make their way through California and beyond. The story focuses on the characters' excitement and wonder while confronting the mysteries of the North Pole, revealing a blend of imaginative discussion, vivid landscapes, and engaging relationships as they pursue knowledge and adventure.