To the Edges of the Earth

In this compelling narrative, Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Edward J. Larson explores the remarkable year of 1909, when three daring expeditions simultaneously pursued extreme exploration at the Earth's farthest reaches—polar regions and the heights of the Himalayas. Drawing on extensive research and personal experience, Larson uncovers the challenges, risks, and human stories behind these legendary journeys, shedding new light on one of the most adventurous chapters in exploration history.