Description
This inspiring story of Ernest Shackleton, whose men called him 'The Boss', involved four expeditions to Antarctica between 1901 and 1922. His incredible adventures included a breathtaking march to within a few miles of the South Pole and the amazing saga of hardship and survival on the famous Endurance expedition. * Also by Michael Smith: Tom Crean, Ice Man.
About the Author
Michael Smith is author of the best-selling biography of Tom Crean, An Unsung Hero. His other books include I Am Just Going Outside, a biography of Captain Oates (2002) and Polar Crusader about Sir James Wordie (2004). He has also written books for children, including Tom Crean -The Ice Man. He contributes to TV and radio and lectures on Polar history. Michael was a business and political journalist with The Guardian and The Observer.
Reviews
'Inspiring story of courage and perseverance'
* Sunday Independent *'A must-have for all school libraries'
* Inis *'For true-life adventure not many can match The Boss'
* Sunday Tribune *'Gripping, very tense and exciting'
* Irish Examiner *'If you see this book you should get it'
* Evening Echo *Book Information
ISBN 9781905172276
Author Michael Smith
Format Paperback
Page Count 126
Imprint The Collins Press
Publisher Gill
Weight(grams) 177g
Dimensions(mm) 210mm * 148mm * 10mm
