""Surface At The Pole: The Extraordinary Voyages Of The USS Skate"" is a non-fiction book written by James Calvert that chronicles the incredible journey of the USS Skate, a nuclear-powered submarine, to the North Pole in 1958. The book provides a detailed account of the mission, including the challenges and obstacles faced by the crew, the technical innovations that made the journey possible, and the political implications of the expedition during the Cold War era. The author, who was the commanding officer of the USS Skate during the mission, also shares his personal experiences and insights, offering readers a unique perspective on one of the most remarkable achievements in the history of exploration. The book is a thrilling and informative read for anyone interested in naval history, polar exploration, or the Cold War.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.