Description
Discover the gripping tale of survival in **South: The Endurance Expedition**, a remarkable narrative that captures one of history's greatest adventure stories. Authored by the legendary **Sir Ernest Shackleton**, this gripping account unfolds the harrowing journey of an expedition that intended to traverse the Antarctic in 1914. The journey took a perilous turn when their ship was trapped and ultimately crushed by ice just 350 miles from safety. Facing extreme challenges such as frigid temperatures, unpredictable weather, and the vastness of the Antarctic wilderness, Shackleton's crew demonstrated unparalleled bravery and resilience.
This captivating A-format paperback, published by **Penguin UK** in 2008, spans 444 pages of intense and enthralling storytelling, making it a must-read for history enthusiasts, adventure lovers, and anyone intrigued by the legendary tales of early exploration. The narrative beautifully encapsulates the **heroic age of Antarctic exploration**, showcasing the triumphs and tribulations faced by a group of men bound by their pursuit of discovery. It serves as an inspiring reminder of the human spirit's strength amidst adversity.
Whether you’re searching for **historical nonfiction** or an informative account of **exploratory expeditions**, **South: The Endurance Expedition** is your gateway to the rugged, beautiful, and deeply challenging world of the Antarctic. This **brand new** paperback with ISBN 9780141037561 is ideal for gifts, collectors, and readers alike who appreciate profound historical tales.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141037561
Format: A-format paperback
Year: 2008
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 444
Description:
Sir Ernest Shackleton's South is one of the greatest survival stories of all time. In 1914, Shackleton led a party of men hoping to be the first to traverse the Antarctic, but when their ship became crushed by ice 350 miles from land, the expedition soon became a matter of life and death. This is the extraordinary account of treacherous seas, glaciers and relentless cold, and wonderfully encapsulates the heroic age of Antarctic exploration.
This captivating A-format paperback, published by **Penguin UK** in 2008, spans 444 pages of intense and enthralling storytelling, making it a must-read for history enthusiasts, adventure lovers, and anyone intrigued by the legendary tales of early exploration. The narrative beautifully encapsulates the **heroic age of Antarctic exploration**, showcasing the triumphs and tribulations faced by a group of men bound by their pursuit of discovery. It serves as an inspiring reminder of the human spirit's strength amidst adversity.
Whether you’re searching for **historical nonfiction** or an informative account of **exploratory expeditions**, **South: The Endurance Expedition** is your gateway to the rugged, beautiful, and deeply challenging world of the Antarctic. This **brand new** paperback with ISBN 9780141037561 is ideal for gifts, collectors, and readers alike who appreciate profound historical tales.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141037561
Format: A-format paperback
Year: 2008
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 444
Description:
Sir Ernest Shackleton's South is one of the greatest survival stories of all time. In 1914, Shackleton led a party of men hoping to be the first to traverse the Antarctic, but when their ship became crushed by ice 350 miles from land, the expedition soon became a matter of life and death. This is the extraordinary account of treacherous seas, glaciers and relentless cold, and wonderfully encapsulates the heroic age of Antarctic exploration.