Between the ninth and fourteenth centuries, Arab travellers such as Ibn Fadlan journeyed widely and frequently into the far north, crossing territories that now include Russia, Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan. This title offers an illuminating insight into the world of the Arab geographers, and the medieval lands of the far north.

In a high-interest format, describes the dangers of exploring extreme places such as the heart of Africa, Mount Everest, thick rainforests, and Antarctica. Retells stories of famous adventurers from Marco Polo to Steve Fossett. Includes a quiz to test how daring the reader is.