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Endurance: Shackleton's Incredible Voyage
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Endurance: Shackleton's Incredible Voyage
Nonfiction | Biography | Adult | Published in 1959416
Biography • Nonfiction
Antarctica • 1910s
1959
Adult
13+ years
Super Short Summary
In Endurance: Shackleton's Incredible Voyage by Alfred Lansing, Ernest Shackleton's 1914 Antarctic expedition becomes a survival saga after their ship, the Endurance, is trapped and crushed by ice. Stranded on ice floes, Shackleton and his 27 crew members endure extreme conditions while drifting toward potential rescue, eventually reaching solid ground and securing help, showcasing extraordinary leadership and endurance.
Adventurous
Inspirational
Suspenseful
Challenging
Heartwarming
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Alfred Lansing's Endurance: Shackleton's Incredible Voyage masterfully recounts the harrowing Antarctic expedition, praising Lansing's engaging narrative and thorough research. Readers are captivated by the vivid portrayal of leadership and survival. Some find the detailed descriptions occasionally overwhelming. Overall, a compelling and inspirational read.
Who Should Read Endurance: Shackleton's Incredible Voyage?
Readers drawn to Endurance: Shackleton's Incredible Voyage by Alfred Lansing are typically fascinated by historical adventures, survival stories, and leadership under extreme conditions. Fans of Into the Wild by Jon Krakauer or The Perfect Storm by Sebastian Junger will appreciate the gripping narrative and meticulous research.
161,971 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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416
Biography • Nonfiction
Antarctica • 1910s
1959
Adult
13+ years
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