New York, NY: Scholastic Book Services, 1966. Mass Market Paperback. Near Fine. First Edition. 16mo - over 5¾" - 6¾" tall. I put the ISBN number of the new reprint of the book. This book is a T773. Collectible. 282 pages. This is the story of USS Skate, an atomic sub sent to the Arctic Ocean to determine if a submarine could safely navigate beneath its floes and surface. Written by her commander, it takes the reader behind the scenes to experience the thrill of the missions. Prev. owners name and date on FFep. Some heavy rubbing on top & bottom & edges of spine. A 2" and a 1" light crease on front cover. A 1/2" and a 1/4" purple line on rear cover. Book is still in nice condition for its age..

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Bookseller's Inventory #: 3310
Title: Surface at the Pole
Author: Calvert, James
Book Condition: Used
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: New York, NY: Scholastic Book Services, 1966
Keywords: NORTH POLE UNDERWATER EXPLORATION ARCTIC REGIONS DISCOVERY HISTORY POLAR SCIENCE OCEANOGRAPHY COLLECTIBLE VINTAGE NAVAL HISTORY. NUCLEAR POWERED SUBMARINES MILITARY 155750119X VINTAGE/COLLECTIBLE PAPERBACKS
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Rubbing: Abrasion or wear to the surface. Usually used in reference to a book's boards or dust-jacket.
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