Endurance by Alfred Lansing
The book chronicles the harrowing voyage of the British Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition, led by Sir Ernest Shackleton, which set sail in 1914 with the goal of making the first land crossing of the Antarctic continent. However, their ship, the Endurance, became trapped and then crushed by pack ice in the Weddell Sea, leaving the crew stranded. The narrative vividly recounts the crew's extraordinary feat of survival as they endured the brutal Antarctic conditions for months on end, facing extreme cold, starvation, and isolation, before managing a daring escape in lifeboats to reach safety. It is a remarkable tale of leadership, perseverance, and the indomitable human spirit in the face of overwhelming adversity.
The 3660th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1959
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Pages
- 282
- Words
- 69,000
- Original Language
- English
If you're interested in seeing the ranking details on this book go here
This book is on the following lists:
- The Best Travel Books of All Time, According to Authors (Condé Nast)
- 1,000 Books to Read Before You Die: A Life-Changing List (1,000 Books to Read Before You Die(Book))