Roald Amundsen's Sled Dogs

This book is an analytical account of how Roald Amundsen used sledge dogs to discover the South Pole in 1911, and isthe first toname andidentify all 116 Polar dogs who were part of the Norwegian Antarctic Expedition of1910-1912. The book traces the dogsfrom their origins in Greenland to Antarctica and beyond, and presentsthe author's findings regarding which of the dogs actually reached the South Pole, and which ones returned. Using crewmember diaries, reports, andwrittencorrespondence, the book explores the strategy, methodology, and personal insights of the explorer and his crew in employing canines to achieve their goal, as well as documents the controversy and internal dynamics involved in this historic discovery. It breaks ground in presenting the entire story of how the South Pole was truly discovered using animals, and how deep and profound the differences of perception were regarding the use of canines for exploration. This historic talesheds light on Antarctic exploration history andthehuman-nature relationship. It gives recognition to the significant role that animals played in this important part of history.