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Focusing on the personal side of the legendary explorer, the book utilizes family records, diaries, letters, and previously unpublished photographs to reveal the true essence of Shackleton. It portrays him as a hero who rejected imperial norms, emphasizing his remarkable triumph of survival against the odds rather than just his adventurous exploits. This exploration offers a deeper understanding of Shackleton as a complex individual shaped by his experiences.
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Shackleton: An Irishman in Antarctica, John MacKenna
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- 2003
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- Title
- Shackleton: An Irishman in Antarctica
- Language
- English
- Authors
- John MacKenna
- Publisher
- Lilliput Press
- Publisher
- 2003
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 210
- ISBN13
- 9781843510093
- Category
- History, Biographies and Thoughts
- Description
- Focusing on the personal side of the legendary explorer, the book utilizes family records, diaries, letters, and previously unpublished photographs to reveal the true essence of Shackleton. It portrays him as a hero who rejected imperial norms, emphasizing his remarkable triumph of survival against the odds rather than just his adventurous exploits. This exploration offers a deeper understanding of Shackleton as a complex individual shaped by his experiences.