Publisher's Synopsis
The Heart of the Antarctic is a non-fiction book written by Sir Ernest Shackleton, chronicling the British Antarctic Expedition of 1907-1909. The book is a detailed account of the expedition, which aimed to be the first to reach the South Pole. Shackleton and his team faced numerous challenges during their journey, including extreme weather conditions, difficult terrain, and equipment failures. Despite these obstacles, the team persevered and made significant scientific discoveries, including the discovery of new species of animals and plants. The book is a fascinating read for anyone interested in exploration, adventure, and the history of Antarctica. Shackleton's writing is engaging and vivid, bringing the harsh beauty of the Antarctic landscape to life. The Heart of the Antarctic is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of polar exploration.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.