First Crossing of Greenland

Whilst the greatest effort has been made to ensure the quality of this text, due to the historical nature of this content, in some rare cases there may be minor issues with legibility. Thus it will be seen that both by physical train~ ing and by the habit of scientific research Dr. Nansen is well qualified for the task of exploration; his narrative will show that he is equally skilful in the use of his pen. Upwards of a year ago he married a daughter of the late Professor M. Sars, like his well-known son Professor 0. Sars, an eminent naturalist among many other. Accomplishments, Fru Nansen is probably the most skilful lady snow-shoer in Norway.