South

"South! The Story of Shackleton's Last Expedition, 1914-1917" recounts one of the most incredible feats of survival in the history of polar exploration. Sir Ernest Shackleton's ill-fated Endurance expedition to Antarctica aimed to cross the continent via the South Pole, but instead became a harrowing tale of shipwreck and endurance against impossible odds. This historical account details the struggles of Shackleton and his crew as their ship, the Endurance, became trapped and ultimately crushed by pack ice. Stranded in the frozen wasteland, they faced unimaginable challenges, battling brutal conditions and dwindling supplies. "South!" is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the unwavering leadership of Shackleton. This firsthand narrative, meticulously prepared for print republication, provides a gripping account of courage, hardship, and the will to survive. A timeless story of adventure and exploration in the unforgiving landscape of Antarctica.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.