The Ship Beneath the Ice
The Discovery of Shackleton's Endurance
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Pan Macmillan
Published:28th Sep '23
Should be back in stock very soon
This captivating narrative details the remarkable rediscovery of the Endurance, showcasing the challenges faced by the expedition team and their triumph in the Antarctic.
In The Ship Beneath the Ice, Mensun Bound takes readers on an extraordinary journey through time, recounting the remarkable discovery of the shipwreck of the Endurance, Sir Ernest Shackleton's ill-fated vessel. Over a century after its tragic sinking in 1915, the story unfolds of how this iconic ship was finally located in the treacherous depths of the Antarctic. Bound, who served as the Director of Exploration for the Endurance22 Expedition, shares firsthand accounts of the challenges faced by the expedition team, highlighting their determination and teamwork in one of the most hostile environments on Earth.
The narrative captures the essence of exploration and adventure, as it details the dramatic events leading up to the discovery of the Endurance. With vivid storytelling, The Ship Beneath the Ice transports readers back to the heroic age of exploration, illustrating the legendary journey of Shackleton and his crew. The book also features stunning illustrations, including Frank Hurley's historic photographs from Shackleton's original voyage, enriching the reader's experience and connection to this monumental discovery.
Bound's account not only pays tribute to the bravery of Shackleton and his crew but also emphasizes the significance of their legacy in the realm of exploration. As the world celebrated the rediscovery of the Endurance in March 2022, The Ship Beneath the Ice serves as a testament to human resilience and the enduring spirit of adventure that drives explorers to seek the impossible.
As thrilling as any tale from the heroic age of exploration . . . Bound’s account is a triumph. The storytelling is piano-wire taut, the writing saturated with polar moodiness * Sunday Times *
Bound has a natural flair for storytelling and his narrative cracks along with the pace of a well-crafted thriller . . . Captivating and engrossing -- Mail on Sunday
The story of Shackleton’s Endurance is one of the most extraordinary in the history of exploration. This is more than just an astonishing sequel. It is a tale just as powerful, and one which redefines the meaning of impossible -- Sir Michael Palin
Gloriously written . . . Written with the verve of a thriller, Bound's narrative deftly weaves together his voyages and Shackleton's . . . Bound is blessed with a poet's ear for richly evocative language -- Times Literary Supplement
The juxtaposition of the original Shackleton expedition with the quest to find the wreck of the Endurance is utterly compelling -- Professor Alice Roberts, Sunday Times bestseller author of Ancestors and TV Presenter
Utterly spellbinding and a rollercoaster of a story. This gripping tale of international collaboration at its best oozes the steely resolve of a modern explorer and is a massive accolade to all involved in bringing the Endurance back into our lives -- Pippa Wordie, granddaughter of James Wordie, the geologist and chief scientist on the Endurance
An enthralling tale of an extraordinary venture which brings Shackleton’s epic story bang up to the present day -- Camilla Nichol, Chief Executive, UK Antarctic Heritage Trust
Bound's passion . . . for the most unexplored geography on Earth is evident on every page. His writing blends the required scientific explanations with what touches on poetry . . . Captivating * Daily Mail *
Mensun Bound tells [his] story with passion and flair . . . Evocative * Washington Post *
An acclaimed book -- Observer
Remarkable . . . Bound’s account has a bittersweet intensity -- The Australian
ISBN: 9781035008421
Dimensions: 197mm x 131mm x 29mm
Weight: 325g
432 pages