navigation-of-ice-sheet

The strategy of crossing the vast, dangerous ice-sheet during winter as a means of evading detection and reaching safety.

1 chapter across 1 book

The Left Hand of Darkness (1969)Ursula K. Le Guin

15. To the Ice

In this chapter, the protagonist wakes in a tent beside Estraven and they discuss their perilous journey across the frozen ice-sheet to escape Orgoreyn and reach Karhide. Estraven prepares supplies by stealing food and carefully plans their route and rations, emphasizing the dangers and isolation ahead. The chapter highlights their reliance on each other, the harshness of the environment, and the political risks they face.