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"The Krassin" is a gripping first-hand account of one of the most dramatic rescue operations in the history of polar exploration. Written by Maurice Parijanine, who accompanied the mission as a journalist, the work chronicles the heroic voyage of the Soviet icebreaker Krassin as it battled the treacherous conditions of the Arctic to save the survivors of General Umberto Nobile's ill-fated airship expedition in 1928.

The narrative provides a detailed look at the challenges faced by the crew and the international cooperation required to locate the "Italia" after it crashed onto the pack ice. Parijanine captures the tension of the search, the technical might of the Krassin, and the profound human drama surrounding the stranded explorers and their rescuers. This book stands as a significant historical document, illustrating the early 20th-century fascination with the North Pole and the emerging power of modern technology in conquering the world's most hostile environments.

Through vivid descriptions and on-the-scene reportage, "The Krassin" remains an essential volume for readers interested in maritime history, the history of aviation, and the enduring spirit of Arctic adventure.

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• Plný název: The Krassin
• Autor: Maurice Parijanine
• Jazyk: Angličtina
• Vazba: Pevná
• Počet stran: 248
• EAN: 9781025451398
• ISBN: 1025451392
• ID: 52990152
• Nakladatelství: Tradd Street Press
• Hmotnost: 527 g
• Rozměry: 234 × 156 × 16 mm
• Datum vydání: 14. February 2026

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