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Shackleton: By Endurance We Conquer

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Description for Shackleton: By Endurance We Conquer Paperback.

In 1922 a journalist commented on British tenacity to General Bruce, leader of the British Everest Expedition. Bruce replied with a single word: 'Shackleton'. Ernest Shackleton is one of history's great explorers, an extraordinary Edwardian character who pioneered the path to the South Pole and became a leading figure in Antarctic discovery. His incredible adventures on four expeditions to the Antarctic have captivated generations. A restless adventurer from an Irish background, he joined the Empire's last great endeavour of exploration - to reach the South Pole with Scott on the Discovery expedition. A clash with Scott led to Shackleton being ... Read more

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Product Details

Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Gill
Condition
New
Number of Pages
304
Place of Publication
, Ireland
ISBN
9781848892446
SKU
9781848892446
Shipping Time
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99-1

About Michael Smith
Michael Smith is a best-selling author and authority on Polar exploration He has written eight books, including An Unsung Hero (2000). He has appeared in numerous TV/radio documentaries and lectured extensively at venues such as Buckingham Palace, Royal Geographical Society and National Museum of Ireland. Before becoming a full-time writer Michael was a business and political journalist with The Guardian ... Read more

Reviews for Shackleton: By Endurance We Conquer
"Rich volume, written in a passionate, engaging style that makes it a compelling read."
The Irish Times
"Perfect to peruse at the fireside, Smith's mammoth work will prove fascinating to even the most earthbound home bird."
Belfast Newsletter
"Free-flowing writing style and below-decks perspective make the book an easy and enjoyable read."
Irish Mountain Log ... Read more

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