The movie doesnt shy away from the extreme peril heyerdal and his crew faced when they crossed 5000 miles of the pacific ocean from peru to polynesia to prove that precolumbian south americans could have conceivably been the first settlers of polynesia. Uncommonly good collectible and rare books from uncommonly good booksellers. Get the best deals on kon tiki book when you shop the largest online selection at. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Kon tiki is also the name of heyerdahls book, the academy award. The kontiki expedition paperback paperback by heyerdahl, thor. Pages can include considerable notesin pen or highlighterbut the notes cannot obscure the text. 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. Kontiki is the record of an astonishing adventure a journey of 4,30. 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. Kon tiki is the record of an astonishing adventure across the pacific ocean. Kon tiki is an excellent book describing the adventure of six me. Get the best deals on kon tiki book when you shop the largest online.
Thor heyerdahl, a norwegian zoologist, explains how he develops a theory on how the pacific islands were originally. It recounts heyerdahls experiences with the kon tiki expedition, where he travelled across the pacific ocean on a balsa tree raft. This alone attests to the opinion that the book is not organized or written well. Kontiki by thor heyerdahl 1950 1st edition w dust jacket book club edition. The kontiki 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. This exciting firsthand account details the expedition undertaken by thor heyerdahl, the famous norwegian scientistadventurer, in an attempt to prove his unique theory of prehistoric migration. Stunningly redesigned last season, the imposing kon tiki is the epitome of motorhome luxury, offering sumptuous interiors and standout looks. Both the tiki beach restaurant and the tiki club offers panoramic sea views from the outdoor terraces. The raft was named kon tiki after the inca god viracocha, for whom kon tiki was said to be an old name. 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 the mythical hero kon tiki. The book was first published in norway on 2 november 1948, and sold out in 15 days. Now a major motion picture, kon tiki is the record of thor heyerdahls astonishing threemonth voyage across the pacific.
The raft was named kontiki after the incasun god, viracocha, for whom kontiki was said to be an old name. Across the pacific by raft by thor heyerdahl, 1950. Intrigued by polynesian folklore, biologist thor heyerdahl suspected that the south sea islands had been settled by an ancient race from thousands of. Kontiki is the record of an astonishing adventure across the pacific ocean. Translated into sixtyfive languages, kontiki is a classic, inspiring tale of daring and couragea magnificent saga of men against the sea. It recounts heyerdahls experiences with the kontiki expedition, where he travelled across the pacific ocean on a balsa tree raft. Kon tiki is the record of an astonishing adventure. Folio book composed of sheets that are folded once and printed on both sides, making two leaves and four pages.
Stunningly redesigned last season, the imposing kontiki is the epitome of motorhome luxury, offering sumptuous interiors and standout looks. The kon tiki expedition paperback paperback by heyerdahl, thor. Parents need to know that kontiki is a 2012 adaptation of the classic nonfiction adventure story by legendary explorer thor heyerdal. 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 the mythical hero kontiki. 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. The raft was named kon tiki after the inca sun god, viracocha, for whom kon tiki was said to be an old name. Kontiki click here to see additional images to assess condition this edition, published in 1987, is the true story of one of the most daring and courageous nautical feats of our time.
Buy a discounted paperback of kon tiki online from australias leading online bookstore. Heyerdahl recounted the epic voyage in the bestselling 1950 book kontiki. Our happy hour kicks off everyday at 2pm and goes until 6pm. On this day in kon tiki, a balsa wood raft captained. Kontiki by thor heyerdahl now a major motion picture, kontiki is the record of thor heyerdahls astonishing threemonth voyage across the pacific. An exlibrary book and may have standard library stamps andor stickers. Six men cross the pacific on a raft by thor heyerdahl and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Kon tiki is the record of an astonishing adventure a journey of 4,300 nautical miles across the pacific ocean by raft.
The raft was named kon tiki after the incasun god, viracocha, for whom kon tiki was said to be an old name. Booktopia has kon tiki, across the pacific by raft by thor heyerdahl. 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. Kontiki first edition signed thor heyerdahl bauman. All of the stylish bungalows have a private bathroom and air conditioning. This study guide consists of approximately 44 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of kontiki. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands. Open library is an open, editable library catalog, building towards a web page for every book ever published. Kon tiki by thor heyerdahl, first edition abebooks. Combining history with culture, the ocean with exploration, and risk with triumph this is an account of thor heyerdahls worldfamous kon tiki expedition, during which he sailed a raft 5,000 miles from the coast of south america to the islands of the south pacific.
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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. Dec, 2019 open library is an open, editable library catalog, building towards a web page for every book ever published. The raft was named kontiki after the inca sun god, viracocha, for whom kontiki was said to be an old name. Kontiki book by thor heyerdahl official publisher page. Across the pacific by raft by thor heyerdahl, rand mcnally, first edition, book club edition, february, 1950. 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. Its boys own stuff all the way in a dramatisation of the norwegian adventurers daring 1947 raft journey. Kontiki by thor heyerdahl meet your next favorite book. The fully equipped kitchen includes a fridge and coffee maker. This study guide consists of approximately 44 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of kon tiki. It is the birthday of norwegian adventurer thor heyerdahl who sailed his raft kontiki miles across the pacific ocean from. 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. The raft was named kontiki after the inca god viracocha, for whom kontiki was said to be an old name. Kon tiki across the pacific by raft thor heyerdahl.
Kon tiki by thor heyerdahl hardcover 1950 first edition no dust. So parents of children under 7 years old be prepared. A most notable naysayer was ethnologist thor heyerdahl whose 1947 kon tiki raft expedition advanced the drift idea that colonization occurred only as vessels simply traveled on the tides. Each bungalow at the kon tiki features a private terrace with garden furniture. As spacious and exquisitely styled as ever, its opulent features include a curved stargazer roof window, swift vision, heated floor, corian work surfaces and so much more. Kontiki book by thor heyerdahl official publisher page simon. Find the kontiki expedition by heyerdahl, thor at biblio. On this day in kontiki, a balsa wood raft captained.
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Kontiki is the record of an astonishing adventure a journey of 4,300 nautical miles across the pacific ocean by raft. Unfortunately our 6 year old daughter, proud owner of 3 swimdiplomas, was not allowed inside. Kontiki is the classic true tale of men against the sea and against scientific orthodoxy. This is a highly used, highly collectible, hardcover book. Kon tiki, across the pacific by raft by thor heyerdahl.
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