The horizon is not far: A historical journey of women crossing the Antarctic: A historical journey of women crossing the Antarctic

Author: Ann Bancroft
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Publish Date: 2004-05-01
Features: A mysterious discovery journey. A childhood dream brought to life by two remarkable women, creating legends of polar exploration! In February 2001, former schoolteacher Ann Bancroft and Liv Arnesen crossed the Antarctic continent on foot, becoming the pioneers of the historic women's trans-Antarctic crossing. They traveled either on foot, skis, or sails on the ice, covering 1,700 miles (2,300 kilometers) in over three months (97 days), dragging a 250-pound, 6-foot-long supply sled. From Queen Maud Land through the geographic South Pole to the Ross Ice Shelf, they completed a monumental achievement by women. During this 1,700-mile journey, they faced extreme cold (usually below -35°F), traversed crevasses, and pressed forward with unwavering determination. There were unbearable injuries from accidents and life-or-death experiences of falling into crevasses. To inspire children to pursue their dreams, they shared their journey live on the internet for children to watch, and their company, "Your Expedition," also created polar exploration lessons. Over 3 million children from 65 countries worldwide have watched their journey online and learned from their company's lessons. Their expedition will undoubtedly be written into history! They have written a modern epic of heroism!! Ann is the first woman in history to cross both the Arctic and Antarctic. In 1995, she was inducted into the "National Women's Hall of Fame," and in 1987, she was named "Person of the Year" by Ladies' Home Journal. She currently lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA. Liv became the first woman to ski to the geographic South Pole unassisted in 1994. In 50 days, she covered 745 miles. Her book about her solo Antarctic journey is a bestseller in Norwegian. She currently lives outside Oslo, Norway. This book tells the story of former schoolteacher Ann Bancroft and Liv Arnesen, who crossed the Antarctic continent on foot, becoming the pioneers of the historic women's trans-Antarctic crossing. They traveled either on foot, skis, or sails on the ice, covering 1,700 miles (2,300 kilometers) in over three months (97 days), dragging a 250-pound, 6-foot-long supply sled. From Queen Maud Land through