The Last Days of Ernest Shackleton: A First Hand Account by George Ross

The Last Days of Ernest Shackleton, is a unique and fully illustrated account of Shackleton's death and burial in South Georgia from the personal point of view of a seaman on the Quest Expedition. It includes George's first-hand account, funeral arrangements, Shetland Pallbearers, a short history of Shackleton's Scouts, and speeches at the unveiling of the Shackleton memorial. It also features photos, maps, paintings, and drawings of the expedition, crew, ship, Grytviken church, funeral, and grave. The book contains an interview with the late Ernest Shackleton, who explains his life at sea and how he would like to be remembered.

Format: Hardback
Length: 192 pages
Publication date: 01 June 2023
Publisher: Reardon Publishing

The Last Days of Ernest Shackleton is a captivating and meticulously illustrated account of Shackleton's final moments and burial in South Georgia, presented from the unique perspective of a seaman on the Quest Expedition, named George Ross. George embarked on this remarkable journey with the Quest Expedition at Leith Harbour, South Georgia, assuming the role of donkey-man, responsible for the ship's engine room. In this captivating firsthand account, George delves into the day-to-day operations of the ship following Shackleton's passing, offering a profound insight from a crew member situated below decks.

In addition to George's firsthand narrative, the book encompasses a range of topics. It explores the intricate funeral arrangements, the remarkable Shetland Pallbearers, a brief history of Shackleton's Scouts, and the speeches delivered during the unveiling of the Shackleton memorial. Visual elements, including photographs, maps, paintings, and drawings, enrich the narrative, providing a vivid depiction of the expedition, crew, ship, Grytviken church, funeral, and grave.

To conclude this remarkable book, an interview with the late Ernest Shackleton is included, where he shares his personal journey at sea and expresses his desired legacy. Shackleton's words offer a profound glimpse into his remarkable life and achievements.

This captivating and comprehensive work offers a profound exploration of Ernest Shackleton's final days, providing a deeply personal and immersive perspective on one of history's most remarkable adventures.

Weight: 570g
Dimension: 220 x 115 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781901037210