"In the Great White Land: A Tale of the Antarctic Ocean" by Gordon Stables is a late 19th-century novel following Captain Mayne Brace and his cousins, Charlie and Walt, on an adventure sailing the "Walrus" into the icy Arctic. This expedition highlights themes of survival, the stunning beauty of the polar regions, and the spirit of adventure as they overcome obstacles presented by the harsh environment and unpredictable native tribes. The story begins in the desolate Arctic, where the characters celebrate the return of the sun after a long, dark winter; introducing Captain Brace, a cheerful leader, with two energetic boys ready to face potential dangers as their journey unfolds into the unknown with promises of struggles and budding friendships.
In the great white land : $b a tale of the Antarctic Ocean
By Gordon Stables
Bound for the icy Arctic, three brave explorers set sail for adventure, unaware of the challenges and friendships that await them in the great white north.
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About the AuthorWilliam Gordon Stables was a Scottish medical doctor in the Royal Navy and a prolific author of adventure fiction, primarily for boys.
William Gordon Stables was a Scottish medical doctor in the Royal Navy and a prolific author of adventure fiction, primarily for boys.
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