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Francis SpuffordNon-Fiction · History·b. 1964
I May Be Some Time
Synopsis
Francis Spufford investigates the British obsession with polar exploration, moving beyond conventional history to explore the minds of the adventurers. The book examines the danger and mystery that fueled the romantic allure of the poles and captivated the British imagination. Spufford weaves together diverse elements, from historical figures to literary references and cultural observations, to understand the profound human needs driving these expeditions.
How it reads
Prose complexity 10/10
