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The Wide World Magazine

The Wide World Magazine

Paperback

Hiking & ClimbingTravel WritingGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1025363345
ISBN13: 9781025363349
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 516
Weight: 1.58
Height: 1.04 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Wide World Magazine is a renowned illustrated monthly publication that captivated readers with its thrilling accounts of real-life adventure and exploration. Volume 51, dating from 1923, continues the magazine's tradition of presenting extraordinary true stories from every corner of the globe under its famous motto, Truth is stranger than fiction. This collection features a diverse array of narratives, including daring expeditions into uncharted territories, encounters with remote cultures, and personal testimonies of survival against the odds.

As a rich primary source of early 20th-century perspectives, The Wide World Magazine provides an immersive look into the era's fascination with global travel and the heroic ideal of the explorer. The contributions from various authors offer a unique blend of ethnographic observation and high-stakes drama, making it a valuable resource for those interested in the history of travel writing and popular journalism. Readers will find themselves transported to distant lands through vivid prose and detailed reports that highlight the human spirit's resilience and curiosity. This volume serves as a compelling window into a world of discovery, preserving the voices and experiences of those who sought to uncover the mysteries of the planet during a transformative period in history.

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