Icebound: Shipwrecked at the Edge of the World

Most arctic adventurers made names for themselves with one tragic trip, but 16th century Dutch explorer William Barents managed three expeditions before conditions caught up with him. He and his crew faced starvation—plus starving polar bears—after losing their ship in the treacherous ice. Ambitious, intelligent, and passionate, Barents is a courageous figure to root for as he faces navigational challenges and a mutinous crew. Andrea Pitzer not only researched Barents’ life—she learned to use the same navigation tools he relied on over 400 years ago and retraced his steps on her own Arctic expeditions. If you’re looking for an immersive read set in the Age of Exploration, this book is for you.