Quotes

It is a truism to say that the dog is largely what his master makes of him: he can be savage and dangerous, untrustworthy, cringing and fearful; or he can be faithful and loyal, courageous and the best of companions and allies.

Some men spend a lifetime in an attempt to comprehend the complexities of women. Others preoccupy themselves with simpler tasks, such as understanding the theory of relativity.

Rivalry is one of the factors pushing me. While my back was turned, the Norwegians managed to achieve the first Arctic crossing in winter. I didn't want the same to happen in the Antarctic.

There is no such thing as bad weather, only inappropriate clothing.

I go on expeditions for the same reason an estate agent sells houses- to pay the bills.