The Giant of the North or Pokings Around the Pole is a classic adventure novel written by R.M. Ballantyne. The story follows the journey of a young man named Dick Varley, who sets out on a quest to explore the Arctic regions of Canada. Along the way, he encounters a giant Inuit man named Oolalik, who becomes his friend and guide. Together, they face many challenges and dangers, including treacherous ice floes, hungry polar bears, and hostile Eskimo tribes. Despite these obstacles, they manage to discover new lands, meet new people, and learn valuable lessons about courage, perseverance, and friendship. The novel is filled with vivid descriptions of the Arctic landscape, the flora and fauna, and the customs and traditions of the native peoples. It is a thrilling and educational read for readers of all ages who enjoy tales of exploration, adventure, and survival in the wild.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.