DescriptionThe Adventures of Captain Hatteras is an 1864 adventure novel by Jules Verne in two parts: The English at the North Pole and The Desert of Ice. It is the second novel in the Extraordinary Voyages series. The novel follows a daring British expedition to the North Pole in 1861, led by the obsessive Captain John Hatteras, who is convinced that the pole’s surrounding sea remains unfrozen. Despite challenges, including a mutiny and the loss of their ship, Hatteras and a handful of loyal men press onward. They survive a harsh winter on a desolate island with help from Doctor Clawbonny, whose clever survival tactics keep the group alive. When the ice thaws, the team rebuilds and continues their journey, discovering an island with an active volcano, where Hatteras reaches the pole. However, the expedition’s toll on Hatteras is profound, leading to a powerful and symbolic conclusion that sees him forever affected by his relentless pursuit. This is an 1876 translation by Ward, Lock & Co.