This inspiring account of a diverse all-women's expedition to the
North Pole reveals the highs and lows of record-breaking, modern-day
exploration.
"A wonderful collaboration both on the Arctic ice and onto the page.
Each team members voice arises to offer a view beyond the physical
giving us the essence of a unique adventure." Ann Bancroft, first woman
to reach the North Pole and coauthor of No Horizon Is So Far: Two Women
and Their Historic Journey across Antarctica
When British Explorer Felicity Aston put out an open call for women with
little to no experience willing to brave the elements on an expedition
to the North Pole, she was stunned to have over 1000 applicants. After
narrowing it down to ten women from ten different countries--some of
whom had never seen snow before--the team spent the next two years
training for this unique opportunity.
Each member of the team tells part of the story in her own words,
chronicling their grueling preparation in Iceland and Oman, the
anticipation for the journey, and the terrifying conditions of the
Arctic. Set against a backdrop of Arctic pack ice that is thinner,
newer, and less stable than ever before due to climate change--the team
face the realities of hungry polar bears, extreme temperatures, and the
possibility that anything and everything could go wrong at any moment.
Aston beautifully weaves each woman's account into the greater
expedition narrative, reminding readers of the teamwork needed to
complete such a feat. Over 60 stunning photographs illustrate the
journey, illuminating the breathtaking landscape along with the joy,
pain, and determination of these ten women.
Polar Exposure is a powerful celebration of the perseverance of women
in science, sports, and exploration that sheds light on all that it
takes to reach the top of the world.
