"New Lands Within the Arctic Circle" by Julius Payer is a gripping historical account of the Austrian ship "Tegetthoff's" expedition into the Arctic from 1872 to 1874. The story follows the trials and finds of the crew as they navigate unknown Arctic lands, detailing Lieutenant Weyprecht and Dr. Kepes's leadership and the crew's teamwork amidst harsh conditions. Emphasizing the difficulties of navigating icy waters and surviving brutal winters, the book documents their scientific explorations and struggles, highlighting the excitement and dangers of Arctic exploration in the 19th century.
New lands within the Arctic circle Narrative of the discoveries of the Austrian ship "Tegetthoff" in the years 1872-1874
By Julius Payer
Stranded in the icy grip of the Arctic, a ship's crew battles against nature's fury, hoping to discover new lands beyond the horizon.
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About the AuthorJulius Johannes Ludovicus Ritter von Payer, ennobled Ritter von Payer in 1876, was an officer of the Austro-Hungarian Army, mountaineer, arctic explorer, cartographer, painter, and professor at the Theresian Military Academy. He is chiefly known for the Austro-Hungarian North Pole expedition in 1872–74 and the discovery of Franz Josef Land.
Julius Johannes Ludovicus Ritter von Payer, ennobled Ritter von Payer in 1876, was an officer of the Austro-Hungarian Army, mountaineer, arctic explorer, cartographer, painter, and professor at the Theresian Military Academy. He is chiefly known for the Austro-Hungarian North Pole expedition in 1872–74 and the discovery of Franz Josef Land.
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