Madhouse at the End of the Earth: The Belgica's Journey into the Dark Antarctic Night
Madhouse at the End of the Earth: The Belgica's Journey into the Dark Antarctic Night
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2021
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2021354
Book • Nonfiction
Antarctica • 1890s
2021
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Madhouse at the End of the Earth by Julian Sancton chronicles the harrowing 1897-1899 Belgian Antarctic Expedition, led by Adrien de Gerlache, where the crew faced extreme conditions and psychological challenges. The narrative draws from diaries, journals, and historical records, illustrating human endurance and resilience in the face of the unknown.
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Julian Sancton's Madhouse at the End of the Earth is widely praised for its gripping narrative and meticulous research, vividly recounting a harrowing Antarctic expedition. Readers appreciate the compelling character studies and historical context. Criticisms include its dense detailing, which some find overwhelming. Overall, captivating yet intense.
Who Should Read Madhouse at the End of the Earth: The Belgica's Journey into the Dark Antarctic Night?
Readers who relish gripping historical narratives and survival tales akin to Endurance: Shackleton's Incredible Voyage by Alfred Lansing will be captivated by Madhouse at the End of the Earth by Julian Sancton. Adventurers, history buffs, and fans of meticulously researched, true arctic exploration stories will find this book enthralling.
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Book • Nonfiction
Antarctica • 1890s
2021
Adult
18+ years
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