Tom Crean - An Illustrated Life
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Tom Crean - An Illustrated Life by Michael Smith
This pictorial biography celebrates the life of Tom Crean, a great Irish hero of Antarctic exploration in an age of epics of endurance and survival against the odds. Tom ran away from his Kerry farm at 15 to play an outstanding role in three expeditions with the legendary Shackleton and Captain Scott. But his incredible story was largely forgotten until the publication of the best-selling "An Unsung Hero" in 2000. Only then was the modest, unassuming Irishman given the recognition he deserved. The extraordinary highlights of his adventures in the ice were captured in some exceptional photographs taken under the most difficult conditions. These have now been assembled for the first time to present a photographic record of a truly astonishing man, together with other rare and previously unseen pictures. The range of photographs illustrates his early life, the incredible feats in the Antarctic and a peaceful retirement in Kerry. Supported by complimentary text, diary extracts and maps plus new information on Tom Crean's life, this is a lasting celebration of a true hero.
"A remarkable book about a remarkable manSunday Tribune Michael Smith has written a splendid biography. The Nautical Magazine Epic struggles, heroics and unbelievable hardships are wonderfully told. The Irish Times A must for anyone interested in polar exploration. County Examiner Wonderful... about a great Irishman who didn't have to die to become a hero. Irish Independent"
Michael Smith wrote the best-selling biography of Tom Crean, An Unsung Hero. His other books include I Am Just Going Outside, a biography of Captain Oates (2002) and Polar Crusader about Sir James Wordie (2004). He has also written for children, Tom Crean - The Iceman and Shackleton - The Boss. A contributor to TV and radio, he lectures frequently on Polar history.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781905172184 |
| ISBN 10 | 1905172184 |
| Title | Tom Crean - An Illustrated Life |
| Author | Michael Smith |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Gill |
| Year published | 2006-10-01 |
| Number of pages | 200 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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