Intrigued by polynesian folklore, biologist thor heyerdahl suspected that the south sea islands had been settled by an ancient race from thousands of miles to the east, led by a mythical hero, kon tiki. Combining history with culture, the ocean with exploration, and risk with triumph this is an account of thor heyerdahls worldfamous kontiki expedition, during which he sailed a raft 5,000 miles from the coast of south america to the islands of the south pacific. Search for the kon tiki man books in the search form now, download or read books for free, just by creating an account to enter our library. Across the pacific by raft,declaring it one of the best, something that all readers will enjoy. Oct 16, 2015 kontiki is the record of an astonishing adventurea journey of 4,300 nautical miles across the pacific ocean by raft. Across the pacific by raftare great because they are so attention holding, i mean you know how people describe kon tiki. Thor heyerdahl and the crew of kontiki 32 pictures click. A special rand mcnally colour edition for young people, by thor heyerdahl, 1960. Kontiki is the record of an astonishing adventure a journey of 4,30. The kontiki expedition was a 1947 journey by raft across the pacific ocean from south. Kon tiki is also the name of heyerdahls book, the academy awardwinning documentary film chronicling his adventures. Intrigued by polynesian folklore, biologist thor heyerdahl suspected that the south sea. Thor heyerdahl books list of books by author thor heyerdahl. Now a major motion picture, kon tiki is the record of thor heyerdahls astonishing threemonth voyage across the pacific.
Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read kontiki. After three months and 4,300 nautical miles on the open sea they sighted landthe polynesian island of puka puka. The kontiki has been translated into sixtyfive languages and has sold millions of copies. Free download or read online kon tiki pdf epub book. Kon tiki across the pacific by raft thor heyerdahl. It recounts heyerdahls experiences with the kontiki expedition, where he travelled across the pacific ocean on a balsa tree raft. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Across the pacific by raft summary, chapterbychapter analysis, book notes, essays, quotes, character descriptions, lesson plans, and more everything you need for studying or teaching kon tiki. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Search for kon tiki man books in the search form now, download or read books for free, just by creating an account to enter our library.
It was named after the inca sun god, viracocha, for whom kon tiki was said to be an old name. My wife mona and i have two kids and live in heggedal, norway. Though i did not read the book yet, my dad did and he continues to talk about the mens journey and how awesome the book is. Kontiki is the record of an astonishing adventure across the pacific ocean. Gyldendal norsk forlag first published his the kontiki expedition in 1948, selling tens of millions of copies worldwide. Sep 04, 2014 how the voyage of the kon tiki misled the world about navigating the pacific smithsonian geographer doug herman explains the traditional science of traversing the ocean seas. Though used and missing its dust jacket, it has a great look and feel to it. Shortly after the kon tiki exhibit opened in oslo, norway, i joined many from all over the world to view kon tiki and actually stand on the deck and wonder at the bravery of those sailors who made the 101 day journey, frankly i would have thought twice about sailing up the thames river without a keel or adequate rudder to steer. Pages can include limited notes and highlighting, and the copy can include previous owner inscriptions. Oct 11, 2012 open library is an initiative of the internet archive, a 501c3 nonprofit, building a digital library of internet sites and other cultural artifacts in digital form. After three months on the open sea,encountering raging storms, whales. Knut haugland 19172009 was a radio expert, decorated by the. On april 28, 1947, heyerdahl and five other adventurers sailed from peru on a balsa log raft. The kon tiki departed peru for polynesia on april 28, 1947.
Common types of primary sources include works of literature, historical documents, original philosophical writings, and religious texts. I read it, but i barely had any idea what was going on. Kon tiki is the record of an astonishing adventure across the pacific ocean. When it arrived, i tore open the packaging and immediately sat down and read the entire book what a wonderful, simple, entertaining account of that journey. Find books like kontiki from the worlds largest community of readers.
Six men cross the pacific on a raft by thor heyerdahl and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The kon tiki expedition was a 1947 journey by raft across the pacific ocean from south america to the polynesian islands, led by norwegian explorer and the author thor heyerdahl. Buy a cheap copy of kontiki ekspedisjonen book by thor heyerdahl. Kon tiki is the record of an astonishing adventurea journey of 4,300 nautical miles across the pacific ocean by raft. A primary source is a work that is being studied, or that provides firsthand or direct evidence on a topic. Second kontiki voyage to map great pacific garbage patch. Kon tiki thor heyerdahl an account of the authors adventures as he sailed across the pacific from peru to polynesia on a primitive raft attempting to establish the route of the preinca indiansh. Kon tiki ekspedisjonen is a 1948 book by the norwegian writer thor heyerdahl. Full text of kon tiki across the pacific by raft thor. In moving all of my old humu kon tiki posts over to this new home, i had to go back and massage every single post and comment, and it sure had me missing you. Intrigued by polynesian folklore, biologist thor heyerdahl suspected that the south. Well, like, ive always thought somebody ought to write a novel in blank verse that starts out when the angels come inside the daughters of men and they bear the children which were giants in them days, which the flood wiped em all out, but their spirits become demons and have to follow satan around for the rest of eternity.
Kon tiki was the name of a wooden raft used by six scandinavian scientists, led by thor heyerdahl, to make a 101day journey from south america to the polynesian islands. On a primitive raft made of fortyfoot balsa logs and named. Across the pacific by raft fourteenth printing, october, 1951 a theory, an expedition is born, to south america, halfway, across the pacific, to the south sea islands, among polynesians. It is yet again another different look at an authors view. The 1947 kon tiki film won an oscar, and thor heyerdahls book has. The book was first published in norway on 2 november 1948, and sold out in 15 days. Thors ability to connect with people and engage them in conversations, was unique. Pdf kontiki book by thor heyerdahl free download 240. If you would like to learn how to plan and execute a major project, then kon tiki.
On 28 april 1947, a raft made of balsawood carrying six men and a parrot sailed out of callao, peru. Across the pacific by raft by heyerdahl, thor and karl jettmar and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Listen the original kon tiki audiobook by thor heyerdahl in full length for free. Kon tiki was the raft used by norwegian explorer and writer thor heyerdahl in his 1947 expedition across the pacific ocean from south america to the polynesian islands. Buy kon tiki book online at best prices in india on. Intrigued by polynesian folklore, biologist thor heyerdahl suspected that the south sea islands had been settled by an ancient race from thousands of miles to the east, led by a mythical hero, kontiki. Kona coast mahimahi pacific ocean game fish seasoned up, broiled and touched off with herb butter and toasted almond slivers. A december 1947 qst article, kon tiki communications well done. Apr 17, 20 thor heyerdahl, kon tiki, south pacific sail from peru to tahiti, crew on kon tiki, pictures of sailors, sharks, heyerdahl. More than 1 million books in pdf, epub, mobi, tuebl and audiobook formats. Results 1 25 of get the best deal for kon tiki book from the largest online selection at kon tiki by thor heyerdahl first edition first printing. The raft was named kon tiki after the incasun god, viracocha, for whom kon tiki was said to be an old name. The kontiki expedition by thor heyerdahl and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 240 pages and is available in paperback format. Kontiki book by thor heyerdahl official publisher page simon. May 14, 20 kontiki mass market paperback may 14, 20. Legend of kon tiki and the mysterious white menwar comes. Full text of kon tiki across the pacific by raft thor heyerdahl. It houses vessels and maps from the kontiki expedition, as well as a library with about 8000 books. Now a major motion picture, kontiki is the record of thor heyerdahls astonishing threemonth voyage across the pacific. I read the original kon tiki book by heyerdahl and absolutely loved it so when i discovered there was another book about this adventure written by hesselberg, i just had to buy it too. Oct 11, 2012 this is a spectacular and unique documentary of the modern day voyage, with footage of the 1947 expedition setting the context. Across the pacific by raft by thor heyerdahl, 1950. The first edition of the novel was published in 1948, and was written by thor heyerdahl. But i have heard they exist in the minds of some people. Kontiki ekspedisjonen is a 1948 book by the norwegian writer thor heyerdahl.
Full text of kon tiki across the pacific by raft thor heyerdahl see other formats. I build my first raft when i was seven years old, and the last one was for the historical drama film kon tiki 2012. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands affordable prices. Across the pacific by raft by thor heyerdahl good books by saying they cant stop reading them, well, i really could not stop reading. One of the highlights of her programme was a visit yesterday to the kon tiki museum, where the explorer, thor heyerdahl, not only demonstrated the famous raft and equipment but.
For three months, the bold young men made their way. Combining history with culture, the ocean with exploration, and risk with triumphthis rich offering is the only picture book account of thor heyerdahls worldfamous kon tiki. The tangaroa expedition the kontiki expedition 2012. See all books authored by thor heyerdahl, including kon tiki ekspedisjonen, and akuaku. As far back as i can remember, thor heyerdahl has always been my hero. On april 28, 1947, heyerdahl and five other adventurers sailed from peru on a raft built from balsa wood, bamboo, and hemp. Mar 27, 20 can someone please give me a quick summary of the book kon tiki. Kon tiki is the record of an astonishing adventure a journey of 4,300 nautical miles across the pacific ocean by raft. He penned fourteen popular science books, many of them bestsellers. It recounts heyerdahls experiences with the kon tiki expedition, where he travelled across the pacific ocean on a balsa tree raft. Kon tiki by thor heyerdahl, first edition abebooks.
Its a truly inspiring story and a shows what a person can do when theyre willing to give it their all. Kontiki is the classic true tale of men against the sea and against scientific orthodoxy. The main characters of this non fiction, travel story are. Kontiki museet is a museum in the bygdoy peninsula in oslo, norway. The kon tiki expedition was a 1947 journey by raft across the pacific ocean from south america to the polynesian islands, led by norwegian explorer and writer thor heyerdahl. Across the pacific by raft by thor heyerdahl before purchasing it in order to gage whether or not it would be worth my time, and all praised kontiki. Can someone please give me a quick summary of the book kon tiki. Apr 18, 2002 most people remember thor heyerdahl as a great communicator. In moving all of my old humu kon tiki posts over to this new home, i had. A copy that has been read, but remains in clean condition.
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