Let Heroes Speak
Subtitle: Antarctic Explorers, 1772-1922
Publisher: Naval Institute Press
Published: May 15, 2000
Language: eng
Format: Hardcover
Number of pages: 320
ISBN-13: 9781557509673
Subjects: Geographical discovery & exploration; History of specific subjects; World history: c 1750 to c 1900; World history: from c 1900 -; 20th century; c 1700 to c 1800; c 1800 to c 1900; Expeditions & Discoveries; Discovery And Exploration (General); Biography & Autobiography; History - General History; Polar Regions; Biography/Autobiography; Antarctica; Explorers; Historical - General; Biography; Discovery and exploration
Description: "Rosove weaves together the explorers' own accounts with a narrative that puts readers in the midst of events. From Capt. James Cook's expedition in 1772 to Shackleton's final expedition in 1922, he describes how these small parties of intrepid men discovered the continent, explored its perilous coasts, penetrated its interior, and reached the South Pole, making possible the technically sophisticated expeditions of later years.

Using the explorers' own words, Rosove helps readers appreciate their heroic struggles against almost inconceivable hardships, the challenges to their leadership, their awe at the magnificent natural wonders they beheld, and the profound spiritual effects of their polar experiences."--BOOK JACKET.