A Black Explorer At The North Pole

Author : Matthew Henson
Publisher : Graphic Arts Books
Page : 97 pages
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Release : 2021-06-01
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781513294193

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A Negro Explorer at the North Pole (1912) is a memoir by Matthew Henson. Published a few years following an expedition to the planet’s northernmost point—which he claims to have reached first—A Negro Explorer at the North Pole reflects on Henson’s outsized role in ensuring the success of their mission. Although he was frequently overshadowed by Commander Robert Peary, Henson continues to be recognized as a pioneering African American who rose from poverty to become a true national hero. Seven times had Robert Peary and Matthew Henson attempted to reach the fabled North Pole. Seven times they failed. In 1908, following years of frustration, they gather a crew of Inuit guides and set sail from Greenland, hopeful that the eighth voyage will end in discovery. Throughout his life, Matthew Henson has grown accustomed to proving himself. Born the son of sharecroppers in the immediate aftermath of the Civil War, he has endured racism and economic disparity his entire life. Since 1891, Henson and Peary—who he met while working at a Washington D.C. department store—have been attempting to reach the most remote location on planet earth, an icebound region devoid of sustenance and shelter, accessible only by boat, sled, and foot. As they near the North Pole, Henson prepares to make history. With a beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of Matthew Henson’s A Negro Explorer at the North Pole is a classic of African American literature reimagined for modern readers.

Author : Matthew A. Henson
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 232 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2011-10-12
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781105140693

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A Negro Explorer at the North Pole by Matthew A. Henson Pdf

A Negro Explorer At The North Pole. A Negro Explorer At The North Pole [1912]. By Matthew A. Henson.Introduction by Booker T. Washington. Forward presented by Robert E. Peary."In short, Matthew Henson, next to Commander Peary, held and still holds the place of honor in the history of the expedition that finally located the position of the Pole, because he was the best man for the place. During twenty-three years of faithful service, he had made himself indispensable. From the position of a servant, he rose to that of companion and assistant in one of the most dangerous and difficult tasks that was ever undertaken by men. In extremity, when both the danger and the difficulty were greatest, the Commander wanted by his side the man upon whose skill and loyalty he could put the most absolute dependence and when that man turned out to be black instead of white. The Commander was not only willing to accept the service, but was at the same time generous enough to acknowledge it.

Author : Matthew A. Henson
Publisher : Library of Alexandria
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : African American explorers
ISBN : 9781465553294

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A Negro Explorer at the North Pole by Matthew A. Henson Pdf

The Shelf2Life Mountaineering Collection provides a unique glimpse into the history and evolution of mountaineering through the late 19th and early 20th centuries. From historical maps, first-hand accounts of early summits, descriptions of peaks and wilderness areas to detailed mountaineering proofs, enthusiasts can now experience the thrill of the greatest peaks as they were in the early part of the century. Further, in-depth discussions of traditional equipment, technique and routes are a fascinating study in the evolution of the sport. Given the recent explosion of interest in mountaineering, these books are an excellent opportunity to revisit the roots and origins of the sport: they offer a valuable historical perspective as well as important information about the landscape and geography of the past.

Author : Matthew Alexander Henson
Publisher : DigiCat
Page : 117 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2022-09-04
Category : Fiction
ISBN : EAN:8596547253372

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A Negro Explorer at the North Pole by Matthew Alexander Henson Pdf

DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "A Negro Explorer at the North Pole" by Matthew Alexander Henson. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.

Author : Matthew Alexander Henson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 1969
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:613954022

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A black explorer at the North Pole by Matthew Alexander Henson Pdf

Author : Matthew Henson
Publisher : Mint Editions
Page : 114 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2021-05
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1513291343

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A Negro Explorer at the North Pole by Matthew Henson Pdf

A Negro Explorer at the North Pole (1912) is a memoir by Matthew Henson. Published a few years following an expedition to the planet's northernmost point--which he claims to have reached first--A Negro Explorer at the North Pole reflects on Henson's outsized role in ensuring the success of their mission. Although he was frequently overshadowed by Commander Robert Peary, Henson continues to be recognized as a pioneering African American who rose from poverty to become a true national hero. Seven times had Robert Peary and Matthew Henson attempted to reach the fabled North Pole. Seven times they failed. In 1908, following years of frustration, they gather a crew of Inuit guides and set sail from Greenland, hopeful that the eighth voyage will end in discovery. Throughout his life, Matthew Henson has grown accustomed to proving himself. Born the son of sharecroppers in the immediate aftermath of the Civil War, he has endured racism and economic disparity his entire life. Since 1891, Henson and Peary--who he met while working at a Washington D.C. department store--have been attempting to reach the most remote location on planet earth, an icebound region devoid of sustenance and shelter, accessible only by boat, sled, and foot. As they near the North Pole, Henson prepares to make history. With a beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of Matthew Henson's A Negro Explorer at the North Pole is a classic of African American literature reimagined for modern readers.

Author : Matthew Alexander Henson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 1969
Category : African Americans
ISBN : UOM:39015002380460

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A Black Explorer at the North Pole by Matthew Alexander Henson Pdf

Author : James Burd Brewster
Publisher : J2b Publishing
Page : 178 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2019-09-09
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 1948747448

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A Negro Explorer at the North Pole by James Burd Brewster Pdf

"Henson must go with me. I cannot make it without him." Rear Admiral Robert Edwin Peary Matthew Henson, a Negro, spent half his life, with Robert Peary, trying to conquer the North Pole. On April 6th, 1909, they succeeded. It was their 8th attempt. A Negro Explorer At The North Pole is Matthew Henson's account of how he and Peary, through careful planning and dogged determination, overcame bitter cold, open water, broken equipment, mountainous ice ridges, and the constant threat of starvation to achieve their goal of being the first men at the North Pole. The incredible story of the how Matthew Henson went from 12-year old runaway to steamship cabin boy to Arctic explorer to conqueror of the North Pole, and finally greatest Negro explorer of all time contains four important life principles: Great achievement occurs by focusing on a clearly defined goal. Anything necessary to success can be learned at any time in life. People can endure extreme adversity and hardship, if the goal is important. Great success is achieved through incremental victories. Henson's heroic example and these principles will inspire and motivate you to follow Henson's sled tracks and set and achieve your own great goals.

Author : Matthew A. Henson
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 230 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2010-03-23
Category : Electronic books
ISBN : 0557366690

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A Negro Explorer at the North Pole by Matthew A. Henson Pdf

A Negro Explorer At The North Pole. A Negro Explorer At The North Pole [1912]. By Matthew A. Henson.Introduction by Booker T. Washington. Forward presented by Robert E. Peary."In short, Matthew Henson, next to Commander Peary, held and still holds the place of honor in the history of the expedition that finally located the position of the Pole, because he was the best man for the place. During twenty-three years of faithful service, he had made himself indispensable. From the position of a servant, he rose to that of companion and assistant in one of the most dangerous and difficult tasks that was ever undertaken by men. In extremity, when both the danger and the difficulty were greatest, the Commander wanted by his side the man upon whose skill and loyalty he could put the most absolute dependence and when that man turned out to be black instead of white. The Commander was not only willing to accept the service, but was at the same time generous enough to acknowledge it.

Author : S. Allen Counter
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 322 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2018-02-13
Category : History
ISBN : 9781510726383

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North Pole Legacy by S. Allen Counter Pdf

North Pole Legacy tells the story of two men whose existence was for decades nothing more than a popular legend. But that rumor was finally verified in 1986 when author S. Allen Counter journeyed to northern Greenland, and met this pair of remarkable men. Counter had long been an admirer of Matthew A. Henson, the African-American explorer who accompanied Admiral Robert E. Peary to the North Pole twice in early twentieth century. While conducting professional research in Sweden, Counter became intrigued by talk of mixed-race Inuit living in an isolated region of Greenland. Unable to forget this rumor, Counter traveled to investigate several years later, venturing more than a thousand miles north of the Arctic Circle. There, in two tiny villages, Counter met Anaukaq Henson and Kali Peary, Amer-Inuit sons of the two explorers. Born only days apart in 1906, they had long been acknowledged by their communities as the sons of Matthew Henson and Robert Peary, but had never been in contact with any of their American relatives. As it was obvious that these two men longed to see the country of their fathers, Counter arranged for Anakukaq, Kali, and their families to travel to America to meet their families. North Pole Legacy describes the obstacles that Counter overcame to bring news of Anaukaq Henson and Kali Peary to the world, to bring them to the United States, and to facilitate a reunion with relatives that they had never known. At the same time, the narrative flashes back to the unique history of Matthew Henson and Robert Peary in their collaboration as explorers and addresses their somewhat controversial claim to have been the first people to reach the North Pole. Compelling, insightful, and impossible to forget, North Pole Legacy is a must read for every history buff and armchair explorer.

Author : Matthew A. Henson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 190 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 1991-12-01
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 0781281776

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A Black Explorer at the North Pole by Matthew A. Henson Pdf

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Author : Matthew A. Henson
Publisher : Forgotten Books
Page : 230 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2017-12-18
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0484071793

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A Negro Explorer at the North Pole (Classic Reprint) by Matthew A. Henson Pdf

Excerpt from A Negro Explorer at the North Pole Yet two of the interesting points which present themselves in connection with his work may be noted. Henson, son of the tropics, has proven through years, his ability to stand tropical, temperate, and the fiercest stress of frigid, climate and exposure, while on the other hand, it is well known that the inhabitants of the highest north, tough and hardy as they are to the rigors of their own climate, succumb very quickly to the vagaries of even a temperate climate. The question presents itself at once Is it a difference in physical fiber, or in brain and will power, or is the difference in the climatic conditions themselves? About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Author : Matthew A. Henson
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2016-08-09
Category : History
ISBN : 9781510707573

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A Journey for the Ages by Matthew A. Henson Pdf

In an era when segregation thrived and Jim Crow reigned supreme, adventurer Matthew A. Henson defied racial stereotypes. During his teenage years, Henson sailed on vessels that journeyed across the globe, and it is those experiences that caught the attention of famed arctic explorer Matthew Peary. Operating as Peary’s “first man” on six expeditions that spanned over a quarter of century, Henson was an essential member of all of Peary’s most famous expeditions. His unparalleled skills as a craftsman and his mastery of the dialects of native Northern peoples, Henson was indispensable to the success of these missions. Of all voyages which Henson and Peary undertook, none is more groundbreaking then their 1909 journey to Greenland, and onto the previously impenetrable North Pole. Together with a small team of four native Intuits, Henson and Peary became the first team to ever reach the geographic North Pole, forever cementing their place as two of the greatest Arctic explorers of all time. In 1937, the Explorer’s Club honored that achievement, inducting Henson as their first ever African-American member. In 1912, Henson chronicled his recollections of this historic journey in a memoir originally entitled A Negro Explorer at the North Pole. Now reissued as First to the North Pole, this edition of Henson’s memoir features a new foreword by Explorer Club president Ted Janulis, emphasizing the importance of Henson’s historic achievements. Skyhorse Publishing, along with our Arcade, Good Books, Sports Publishing, and Yucca imprints, is proud to publish a broad range of biographies, autobiographies, and memoirs. Our list includes biographies on well-known historical figures like Benjamin Franklin, Nelson Mandela, and Alexander Graham Bell, as well as villains from history, such as Heinrich Himmler, John Wayne Gacy, and O. J. Simpson. We have also published survivor stories of World War II, memoirs about overcoming adversity, first-hand tales of adventure, and much more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.

Author : Matthew Henson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 164 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2010-12-12
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1456438743

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A Negro Explorer at the North Pole - French by Matthew Henson Pdf

Matthew Henson

Author : Jeri Ferris
Publisher : First Avenue Editions
Page : 84 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 1990-02-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0876145071

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Arctic Explorer by Jeri Ferris Pdf

A biography of the Black explorer who discovered the North Pole.