The White Desert by Noel Barber – 1958 Antarctic Expedition Account with Photos

‘The White Desert’ by Noel Barber, is a vivid first-hand account of the 1957–58 Commonwealth Trans-Antarctic Expedition, written by Barber, who travelled with Sir Vivian Fuchs and Sir Edmund Hillary. 
 
The book (205 pages) includes photographs, maps, and biographical notes, giving a real sense of life on the ice. Barber’s story covers McMurdo Camp, the South Pole base, scientific work in Antarctica, and even a clash of personalities among expedition leaders. 
This is a compelling vintage exploration book, perfect for anyone fascinated by polar history or great endurance adventures.
 
Description: Hardback 
Size: 22 x 16 cm
Published: 1958
Pages: 205 Pages 
Condition: Good vintage condition; clean pages, tight binding, bright cover, no foxing or marks; well-preserved for an antique/collectible book.
 
The White Desert by Noel Barber – 1958 Antarctic Expedition Account with Photos | Vintage Polar Exploration Book
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