Peary
John Edward Weems
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Peary
Published
1967
Publisher
Houghton Mifflin
Pages
362
Description
Much of the value of this biography of the discoverer of the North Pole lies in its access to hitherto unavailable personal documents, notably Peary's diary. The diary, often quoted here, gives final proof that Peary did in fact discover what he was searching for, and for which Congress awarded him its thanks and a retirement pension. However Peary's former surgeon, the affable Dr. Frederick Cook, had telegraphed to the world that he had discovered the Pole and had telegraphed this message five days before Peary reached a wireless to break the news. This frustration, after twenty three years of incredible effort, infuriated Peary to such a degree that he world not defend his accomplishment. In fact he never quite recovered from the blow. This is a thorough account of the expeditions, the immense journeys by dog sled, the impossibly perilous crossings of tundras of ice and snow. That the redoubtable Peary's achievement should be bent and twisted by the press was indeed tragic, and this is a broad and moving biography, particularly in its theme of American spirit and ingenuity pitted against the existential polar wastes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Peary?
This edition of Peary has approximately 362 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Peary?
For most readers, Peary typically takes between 7h 33m and 5h 2m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 90,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 6h 2m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 13 days • Estimated word count: 90,500 words
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What is the word count of Peary?
The estimated word count for Peary is approximately 90,500 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Peary?
Peary was written by John Edward Weems.
When was Peary published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1967. The original work may have been published on a different date.