Ann and Liv Cross Antarctica: Dream Come True

by Ryan, Zoe Alderfer; Reti, Nicholas

• ISBN13: 9780738209340
• ISBN10: 0738209341
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2003-09-17
• Publisher: Perseus Books Group

Summary

When Ann Bancroft and Liv Arnesen crossed Antarctica, more than three million schoolchildren worldwide were inspired by the achievement. For those young fans and for the millions of children yet to be touched by this amazing story,Ann and Liv Cross Antarcticachronicles the historic journey in words and beautiful oil illustrations. The book recounts how Ann and Liv made their dream a reality and shares the fascinating details of the trek: what they packed, what they ate, how they ice-sailed, and what they saw. As inspiring as it is educational,Ann and Liv Cross Antarcticawill appeal to schoolchildren everywhere.

Author Biography

Ann Bancroft is the first woman in history to cross the ice to both the North and South Poles. She has been featured in the books Remarkable Women of the Twentieth Century and Women of Courage; inducted into the National Women's Hall of Fame; and named Ms. magazine's "Woman of the Year." She lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Visit the author's website at www.yourexpedition.com. Liv Arnesen became the first woman to ski solo and unsupported to the South Pole, a 50-day expedition of 745 miles. She wrote a book about that solo expedition that was a bestseller in her native Norway. She lives outside of Oslo. Visit the author's website at www.yourexpedition.com.