Bloomsbury Publishing, London 1998, ISBN 0-7475-4123-X. Awesome little quality-made books featuring people who persisted beyond circumstances of there time. This collection has been arousing my interest for some time now. Although there have been a number of new books and reprints recently focusing on the Endurance expedition, this is the one book everyone should read, Sir Ernest Shackleton's own story of the tragedy he turned into a triumph. After a career in the Merchant Navy, he joined a landmark expedition to try to reach the South Pole for the first time in … 4,8 von 5 Sternen 4.187. It's a non-fiction lovers dream! Die Expedition bestand aus zwei Gruppen, die auf zwei Schiffe verteilt waren. Modeling how to deal with a crisis, Ernest stays calm and leads his crew to eventual safety. Biography (Click to expand) Ernest Shackleton. Once again, the author strikes the perfect balance between presenting information children will find interesting but not making it overwhelming or tedious; it’s clear Sánchez Vegara understands the importance of feeding a child’s curiosity in their early years and instilling a passion for books and reading. Highly recommended for both children and adults! The Story of Shackleton's Last Expedition, 1914-1917; Includes both text and audio files Language: English: LoC Class: G: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Subject: Shackleton, Ernest Henry, Sir, 1874-1922 -- Travel Subject: Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition (1914-1917) Subject Here is the great advantage of these books: we got to know the history of people who easily get lost in years of history. This book is not yet featured on Listopia. Thank you for providing me with the book. This was by no means dreadful, but I do think it was always on a hiding to nothing when it needed to convey the distances, the cold and the torturous want for healt. After successful hits in this none-more-varied series, we get a bit of a dud. He was a member of Captain Scott's 1901-1903 expedition to the South Pole, and in 1907 led his own expedition on the whaler Nimrod, coming within ninety-seven miles of the South Pole, the feat for which he was knighted. This little bio of Ernest Shackleton is my favorite so far in the acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series. We use cookies and similar tools to enhance your shopping experience, to provide our services, understand how customers use our services so we can make improvements, and display ads. In engstem Tosommenhang mit sien later Leven steiht de Tatsaak, dat de HMS Challenger an‘ Dag nah sien Gebort as eerst Schipp mit zosätzlichem … After successful hits in this none-more-varied series, we get a bit of a dud. A good choice for little adventurous spirits. I really found the extensive use of diaries and letters by those involved in Shackleton's life very useful in understanding the man better. Dieses Buch bringt das hervor. I've always been intrigued by Shackleton, and the amount of info the author packed into this short, simple book shows how it doesn't take much to tell a good story. Try again. This is one of my favourite Little People, Big Dreams books so far. In 1914 he lead a team of men to Antarctica. Taschenbuch. This kind of book is easy to like, by the way, there's no way you can't enjoy an extra dose of knowledge. Each page is illustrated with colorful drawings of Ernest at momentous moments in his life. 31 quotes from Ernest Shackleton: 'Difficulties are just things to overcome, after all. It took a historic rescue attempt by Shackleton and two crew members to get help and save his crew, but the story is more than that. Die Expedition scheiterte, bleibt aber besonders bekannt, weil alle Expeditionsmitglieder der Gruppe unter Shackleton unter äußerst widrigen Umständen überlebten. Paperback is Ernest Shakleton's expedition and near-death attempt to reach the South Pole. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations, Select the department you want to search in, FREE Delivery on orders over £10 for books or over £20 for other categories shipped by Amazon, South: The Endurance Expedition (Penguin Modern Classics), The Heart of the Antarctic: Vol I and II (Sastrugi Press Classics), South! © 1996-2020, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. (Annotated) LARGE PRINT: The Story of Shackleton's Last Expedition 1914-1917 (Sastrugi Press Classics), South! This kind of book is easy to like, by the way, there's no way you can't enjoy an extra dose of knowledge. It was an ad that did not sugar coat the peril of such a journey but the hope of success was enthusiastic Ernest brought his men together as a team as they took their journey thru many hardships. Approved third parties also use these tools in connection with our display of ads. It was an ad that did not sugar coat the peril of such a journey but the hope of success was enthusiastic Ernest brought his men toge. 16,00 € Duell im ewigen Eis: Scott und Amundsen oder Die Eroberung des Südpols Rainer-K. Langner. Sorry, there was a problem saving your cookie preferences. This is a very engaging book and one I hope to get for my library’s collection. Glad that young readers can catch a glimpse of how choosing to care for and encourage others can help you succeed in extraordinary things. Not many explorers chose that route. Buy South: The Endurance Expedition TV Tie in Ed by Shackleton, Ernest (ISBN: 9780140288865) from Amazon's Book Store. This was by no means dreadful, but I do think it was always on a hiding to nothing when it needed to convey the distances, the cold and the torturous want for healthy food, warmth and a change of company all the men must have suffered. A little big book. Be the first to ask a question about Ernest Shackleton. My favorite series.and yet another personality I never knew off.Amazing explanation of Ernest Shackleton Antarctic journey. Sir Ernest Shackleton, C.V.O. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The fruit of intensive research, Shackleton: An Irishman in Antarctica paints a vivid portrait of a man whose ambition was always tempered by his humanity and egalitarianism. ', 'Men Wanted: For hazardous journey. This book is a great introduction to Shackleton's story. Having got within 100 miles of the South Pole in 1908, pioneering the route up the Beardmore Glacier on to the polar icecap in the process, Shackleton was left to watch Amundsen and Scott slug it out for the big prize. This collection has been arousing my interest for some time now. The biography is concise and written in a way that is appealing to young children. Exemplary British expedition leader Sir Ernest Shackleton’s (1874-1922) compelling account of his 1914 Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition consisting of two ships, the HMS Endurance and the HMS Aurora. Meet Ernest Shackleton, the fearless Antarctic adventurer. He was an amazing man, and I love to learn more. Taschenbuch. We learned about how he wanted to be an explorer ever since he was a small child. by Frances Lincoln Children's Books. Online shopping from a great selection at Books Store. The crew of about 25 plus Shackleton, were basically marooned on pack ice and then a cold rock for about 20-months. I don't know that I have much to say besides I enjoy this series and I am always glad to see new people featured in it. Thank you Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, Frances Lincoln Children's Books, and NetGalley for the advance copy of this book and giving me the opportunity to learn about Ernest Shackleton. (Annotated) LARGE PRINT: The Story of Shackleton's Last Expedition 1914-1917, South: The Illustrated Story of Shackleton's Last Expedition 1914-1917, South: The Story of Shackleton's Last Expedition, 1914-17 (Traveller's S.), The Heart of the Antarctic and South (Classics of World Literature), South: The Story of Shackleton's 1914-1917 Expedition: By Sir Ernest Henry Shackleton - Illustrated, South: The Story of Shackleton's Last Expedition (1914-1917). The board book introduces you and your child to Ernest as a young boy with a longing to explore his world. As I was reading this, I thought of the kids and the different comments I have heard over why they do or don’t want a book. Part of explorer Ernest Shackleton’s genius for leadership, ... it became possible for the first time to clearly make out the titles of the books Shackleton kept in his shipboard cabin. Includes a brief and more detailed timeline at the end. The story is informative, but does a great job of making it feel like a story. Young Ernest invites young readers into his world in this well illustrated book. The pictures are well done and will keep a child’s interest. Each page is illustrated with colorful drawings of Ernest at momentous moments in his life. The Little People, BIG DREAMS series prides itself on providing child-friendly biographies of renowned public figures and celebrities and in this, the forty-fifth instalment, we approach the incredible life of polar explorer Ernest Shackleton. Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. Response must be less that 100,000 characters. 14,25 € Im Herzen der See: Die letzte Fahrt des Walfängers Essex Nathaniel Philbrick. Portrait of Ernest Henry Shackleton. It is undoubtedly a collection for the youngest, but it is indispensable for the oldest. Get this from a library! September 1st 2020 South is a book by Ernest Shackleton describing the second expedition to Antarctica led by him, the Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition of 1914 to 1917. There's a problem loading this menu at the moment. Here is the great advantage of these books: we got to know the history of people who easily get lost in yea. The message, that optimism and teamwork are important characteristics of good explorers, is a good one. Just looking at the cover of the latest entry in this excellent series makes me smile. The board book introduces you and your child to Ernest as a young boy with a longing to explore his world. A little big book. 4,9 von 5 Sternen 39. Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for my copy. I did think beforehand, having read adult books about the whole "Endurance" saga, that a quick and primary-school friendly biography such as this would not succeed in portraying the whole drama, or why it should matter to pioneering explorers of the future. Ernest Shackleton // by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara // illustrated by Olivia Holden, I did not know anything about Ernest Shackleton. True, we're geared more to a thumbnail sketch of Shackleton himself, but it's not just about how his leadership skills and strength and determination saved the day. (Annotated): The Story of Shackleton's Last Expedition 1914-1917, South! I received an advance reader copy of this book to read in exchange for an honest review via netgalley and the publishers. One of the newest additions to the popular children's picture book series Little People BIG DREAMS is this little book about Ernest Shackleton. Start by marking “Ernest Shackleton” as Want to Read: Error rating book. Get ready for some out-of-this-world reading and some insane near-realities with the science fiction and fantasy books that are catching the... To see what your friends thought of this book. As an adult he was part of a crew on several journeys and then decided to form his own crew to go to the South Pole. The biography is concise and written in a way that is appealing to young children. The illustrations also beautifully framed the narrative. Honour and recognition in case of success. This book teaches children to keep optimistic and stay positive no … It's how The Boss (Shackleton) selected his crew and how he led them that is really eye opening. I did not know anything about Ernest Shackleton. In 1914 he lead a team of men to Antarctica. Ernest Shackleton has 42 books on Goodreads with 23468 ratings. Prime members enjoy fast & free shipping, unlimited streaming of movies and TV shows with Prime Video and many more exclusive benefits. It was published in … It is both a unique historical document, and a tribute to the indomitable courage of a small party of men who set out on a voyage of discovery that turned into an epic struggle for survival. Their ship, the Endurance, was crushed and the men were forced to survive in and escape from one of the world's most hostile environment. I received an electronic ARC from Quarto Publishing Group – Frances Lincoln Children's Books through NetGalley. Shackleton. His expedition to cross Antarctica from sea to sea, with all its trials, is the most inspiring adventure I’ve ever read about. It reads like a thrilling fiction novel, but the fact that it is non-fiction makes it even more astounding. Ernest Henry Shackleton was born on February 15, 1874, in County Kildare, Ireland, to Anglo-Irish parents. I love just about anything to do with Ernest Shackleton! It is undoubtedly a collection for the youngest, but it is indispensable for the oldest. Sir Ernest Henry Shackleton CVO, OBE (February 15, 1874 – January 5, 1922) was an Anglo-Irish explorer, now chiefly remembered for his Antarctic expedition of 1914–1916 in the ship Endurance. This is an amazing account of Shackleton's journey that went into intricate details about the twists and turns every step of the way for this small group of brave explorers. Telling the story of Ernest Shackleton, it focuses on his travels and one incident in particular where he and his crew were on a boat stuck in ice for nine months. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of, Published The only thing that I don't care for is how difficult it can be to read the small, squished font of the comic sections. #4 South: Journals of His Last Expedition to Antarctica Ernest Shackleton 4.4 out of 5 stars 723 Hard… Taschenbuch. Buy a cheap copy of South book by Ernest Shackleton. This book … This was such a cute story. They are wonderful introductory biographies with beautiful illustrations. Sir Ernest Henry Shackleton CVO OBE FRGS FRSGS (/ ˈ ʃ æ k ə l t ə n /; 15 February 1874 – 5 January 1922) was an Anglo-Irish Antarctic explorer who led three British expeditions to the Antarctic. Exceptional illustrations perfect for children. There's lots of adventure in this addition to the Little People, Big Dreams series, which looks at the life and accomplishments of Ernest Shackleton, who made three Arctic expeditions. Once again I have learned about another person from history that I previously knew nothing about. Here too are the untold stories of Shackleton's … There are no discussion topics on this book yet. His name was not familiar to me so I was pleasantly surprised to find out who he was. The ‘Little People, Big Dreams’ series always lives up to expectations, this book being no different. 4,5 von 5 Sternen 29. Maria Isabel Sánchez Vegara, born in Barcelona, Spain, is a writer and creative director perhaps best known as the author of much of the, 45 of the Most Anticipated Sci-Fi and Fantasy Novels of 2021. Photographed by Frank Hurley, South is the film record of Sir Ernest Shackleton's heroic but ill-starred attempt to cross Antarctica in 1914-16. His story should encourage any reader to keep going no matter the obstacles. South (Paperback) Ernest Shackleton. After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. The Little People, BIG DREAMS series prides itself on providing child-friendly biographies of renowned public figures and celebrities and in this, the forty-fifth instalment, we approach the incredible life of polar explorer Ernest Shackleton. This Group is for all who are seriously interested in the history of polar exploration with particular emphasis on Sir Ernest Henry Shackleton's legacy in Antarctica. While he never reached the South Pole, his expeditions set new records for the closest anyone had been to the Pole, and became known for being the person you wanted leading you if you were in a difficult situation. Ernest put a post in the paper asking young men to come to Antarctica with him. I really recommend, in a simple and direct way, it gives us the story of Ernest Shackleton, which I did not know. We’d love your help. Ernest Shackleton is another great addition to the Little People, Big Dreams series! Ernest shows us that with determination, thoughtfulness and hope you can overcome many obstacles. Pleasant illustrations and simple text make this appropriate for the youngest biography readers. Review to be added to Amazon US and UK on 1st September 2020 – publication day! Ernest Shackleton has not received a quarter of Scott's plaudits but he is infinitely more deserving. As an adult he was part of a crew on several journeys and then decided to form his own crew to go t. 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