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Book Synopsis: "The Worst Journey in the World is to travel writing what War and Peace is to the novel . . . a masterpiece."—The New York Review of Books
"When people ask me, 'What is your favorite travel book?' I nearly always name this book. It is about courage, misery, starvation, heroism, exploration, discovery, and friendship." —Paul Theroux
National Geographic Adventure magazine hailed this volume as the #1 greatest adventure book of all time. Published in 1922 by an expedition survivor, it recounts the riveting tale of Robert Falcon Scott's ill-fated race to the South Pole. Apsley Cherry-Garrard, the youngest member of the party, offers sensitive characterizations of each of his companions. Their journal entries complement his narrative, providing vivid perspectives on the expedition's dangers and hardships as well as its inspiring examples of optimism, strength, and selflessness. Hoping to prove a missing link between reptiles and birds, the author and his companions traveled through the dead of Antarctic winter to the remote breeding grounds of the Emperor Penguin. They crossed a frozen sea in utter darkness, dragging an 800-pound sledge through blizzards, howling winds, and average temperatures of 60 below zero. This "worst journey" was followed by the disastrous trek to the South Pole. Cherry-Garrard's compelling account constitutes a moving testament to Scott and to the other men of the expedition. This new edition of the adventure classic features several pages of vintage photographs.
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Discover the captivating tale of Robert Falcon Scott's ill-fated expedition to the South Pole with "The Worst Journey in the World: With Scott in Antarctica 1910-1913." This travel writing masterpiece has been hailed by The New York Review of Books as a must-read, filled with courage, heroism, and exploration. You won't be able to put it down.
Immerse yourself in this extraordinary adventure as Apsley Cherry-Garrard, the youngest member of the party, recounts the harrowing journey through the Antarctic wilderness. Cherry-Garrard's sensitive characterizations and the journal entries of his companions provide a vivid perspective on the expedition's incredible challenges, inspiring examples of resilience, and unwavering camaraderie.
Embark on a journey like no other, as you follow Cherry-Garrard's quest to find a missing link between reptiles and birds. Experience the relentless struggle of traveling through the frozen Antarctic winter, battling blizzards, howling winds, and temperatures as low as 60 below zero. Witness their remarkable resilience as they drag an 800-pound sledge across a frozen sea in utter darkness.
This new edition of the adventure classic also includes vintage photographs that add an extra layer of fascination to the already gripping narrative. Don't miss out on the chance to delve into this captivating story of courage, misery, and friendship.
Experience a true literary adventure today with "The Worst Journey in the World: With Scott in Antarctica 1910-1913." Click here to get your hands on this remarkable book and uncover the secrets of one of the greatest expeditions in history.
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