terrain. The opening of the book sets the scene for this adventurous journey, with Nansen and his companions establishing their final camp on Greenland's east coast before venturing onto the inland ice. They are met with fog and the thrill of a new beginning as they prepare for their first foray into largely uncharted territory. Nansen describes a mix of exhilaration and apprehension as they navigate the complicated terrain, which is punctuated by treacherous snow-covered crevices. The camaraderie among the expedition members is palpable, as they share meals and support each other through the challenges they face while exploring the stunning yet intimidating ice landscape that stretches endlessly before them. (This is an automatically generated summary.)