Historical Library

Here, you’ll find stories of history and exploration. Plus, there are no late fees!

Welcome to the library.

The books here will focus on stories of exploration and discovery throughout history. Some of these books may not be about the weather directly, but will offer first-hand perspectives on amazing topics from people who blazed new paths.

All of the books here can be downloaded, saved, and read for free.

(More books will be added later.)

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The South Pole: An Account of the Norwegian Antarctic Expedition in the “Fram,” 1910-1912, by Roald Amundsen

Roald Amundsen, a Norwegian explorer, was the first person ever to reach the South Pole, deep within a vast continent of ice. In this book, written in 1913, Roald Amundsen chronicles his expedition firsthand, complete with pictures from his journey.

Download Volumes 1 and 2: https://www.biodiversitylibrary.org/bibliography/6095#/summary

 Where to find more books

Lots of older books can be found online. Some are in the public domain, and can be read and used for free. Look around the following websites and see what’s available.