Les français au pôle Nord by Louis Boussenard
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"Les Français au Pôle Nord" by Louis Boussenard is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around an adventure-filled expedition to the North Pole, fueled by a sense of national pride and the desire for exploration. The main character, Captain d'Ambrieux, leads a dedicated crew aboard the ship Gallia, as they embark on this thrilling quest to plant the French flag in previously uncharted territory. The opening of
the book sets the stage during an international geographical congress in London, where a debate about polar exploration arises. The narrative quickly introduces a lively dialogue among attendees from various nations, showcasing a mix of camaraderie and competition. As a challenge emerges from this discussion, Captain d'Ambrieux, driven by patriotism and rich with personal backstory, vows to lead an expedition to the North Pole, gathering a skilled crew and outfitting the Gallia for the perilous journey that lies ahead. The tone is infused with humor and adventure as the crew prepares for a grand undertaking, reflecting the era's spirit of exploration. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Boussenard, Louis, 1847-1910 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Clérice, Charles, 1865-1912 |
| Title | Les français au pôle Nord |
| Credits | Laurent Vogel, Christian Boissonnas and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 71.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Arctic regions -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 43698 |
| Release Date | Sep 11, 2013 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 491 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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