Ernest Shackleton describes leading his second expedition to Antarctica from 1914-1917. The expedition is considered to be the last major expedition of the Heroic Age of Antarctic Exploration. Shackleton recounts the progress of the Endurance, Shackleton's ship, which is eventually held in pack ice, crushed, and sinks. Shackleton and his men must escape the ice which has become their new home.First published in 1919, this edition is derived from the original book with 94 black & white photographs and illustrations. As always, this edition is complete and un-abridged.