Apsley Cherry-Garrard Books

Apsley Cherry-Garrard was a British explorer and author. He is best known for his participation in Robert Falcon Scott's Terra Nova Expedition to Antarctica. Cherry-Garrard's book, "The Worst Journey in the World," is considered a classic of polar exploration literature. In this memoir, he recounts the harrowing experiences and extreme conditions he and his fellow explorers endured during their quest to reach the South Pole. Cherry-Garrard's work provides a unique and intimate perspective on one of the most famous expeditions in history.

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Who should read The Worst Journey in the World?

  • Explorers looking for firsthand accounts of Antarctic expeditions
  • Readers interested in survival stories and extreme conditions
  • History enthusiasts curious about the "heroic age" of Antarctic exploration

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 Books: The Worst Journey in the World by Apsley Cherry-Garrard

The Worst Journey in the World

Apsley Cherry-Garrard

Who should read The Worst Journey in the World?

  • Explorers and adventurers who are interested in real-life survival stories

  • Readers who enjoy historical non-fiction and want to learn about early 20th century Antarctic exploration

  • People who are curious about the challenges and hardships faced by polar explorers