The Home of the Blizzard by Sir Douglas Mawson, First Edition

The Home of the Blizzard by Sir Douglas Mawson, First Edition 1930. This cloth-bound volume, published by Hodder and Stoughton Limited, London, measures 24.25cm x 17cm and contains 438 pages including an index. The book is richly illustrated with 92 photographs, 18 diagrams, and 3 folding maps, documenting the Australasian Antarctic Expedition from 1911 to 1914. Sir Douglas Mawson’s expedition was one of the most significant Antarctic explorations of the early 20th century, contributing invaluable scientific data and geographic discoveries under extreme conditions. This first edition offers a firsthand account of the hardships, triumphs, and scientific achievements that helped shape Antarctic exploration history. At $250 AUD, this copy is competitively priced given its first edition status, extensive illustrations, and importance as a historical and scientific record making this an excellent opportunity for collectors or enthusiasts of polar exploration.