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Crean
- The Extraordinary Life of an Irish Hero
- De: Tim Foley
- Narrado por: Aoife Burke
- Duración: 6 h y 15 m
- Versión completa
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General4 out of 5 stars 7
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Narración:4.5 out of 5 stars 5
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Historia4.5 out of 5 stars 5
It was from this class of men that one appeared, whose incredible story has escaped history for over a century. Tom Crean’s epic tale expands far beyond his three expeditions with Scott and Shackleton to Antarctica where, among his numerous acts of heroism, was a feat that saw him become one of the rare recipients of the Albert Medal.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Truly the Amazing Adventures of an Irish Hero
- De Michelle K Irwin en 04-15-21
- Crean
- The Extraordinary Life of an Irish Hero
- De: Tim Foley
- Narrado por: Aoife Burke
An Inspiring Read
Revisado: 10-13-20
Fascinated by the incredible tales of the man from Annascaul - the great Tom Crean - the author Tim Foley wrote this valuable book, able to illustrate the heroic feats of the Giant Irishman. The narrative is very well organized from prior to latter events of Crean’s life, his childhood in hard times can be imagined by the readers and the same occurs with the following happenings. The vivid account shows Crean’s challenges, bravery, optimism, confidence, and affection for his companions and family.
I may sound stunningly excited at times by reviewing this book, but I can’t help it once this work perfectly portraits Tom Crean as the man who was beside most of the men which were part of the heroic age of Antarctic exploration. Tom, the polar titan, the Kerryman, the animal lover, the comrade who saved Lt. Evans’ life and was awarded the Albert Medal for lifesaving, the able seaman who was the senior man on the Stamcomb Wills, the sea dog and sometimes the helmsman onboard the James Caird heading South Georgia, the one who marched across the uncharted mountains of this isolated island, who sang old songs while Primus stove was going merrily, who had laughter in his heart even having injured lips, the one who happily got the whaling station at Stromness, the one who, in Chile, watched over Shackleton like an older brother, the man who was part of the Yelcho crew and rescued the twenty-two marooned men on Elephant Island, who married Ellen Herlihy and is father of Mary, Kate and Eileen Crean. And that is not the end, I could list more and more stories regarding Crean’s feats, these were just examples of what was part of Crean’s life, and which are pretty well detailed in the book.
Without any doubt Crean – The Extraordinary Life of an Irish Hero is a fantastic documentation of the life of an unforgettable man to the polar, naval and world history. I strongly recommend this epic, unique book. Reading it is a great experience and a single opportunity to know the life of a person who surpasses his time and is able to influence the subsequent generations.
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The Worst Journey in the World
- De: Apsley Cherry-Garrard
- Narrado por: Simon Vance
- Duración: 20 h y 6 m
- Versión completa
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General4.5 out of 5 stars 716
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Narración:4.5 out of 5 stars 531
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Historia4.5 out of 5 stars 528
This gripping story of courage and achievement is the account of Robert Falcon Scott's last fateful expedition to the Antarctic, as told by surviving expedition member Apsley Cherry-Garrard. Cherry-Garrard, whom Scott lauded as a tough, efficient member of the team, tells of the journey from England to South Africa and southward to the ice floes. From there began the unforgettable polar journey across a forbidding and inhospitable region.
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4 out of 5 stars
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What a story!
- De A. Massey en 05-25-04
- The Worst Journey in the World
- De: Apsley Cherry-Garrard
- Narrado por: Simon Vance
Simply marvelous!
Revisado: 08-08-20
Great narrator, riveting story. Unforgettable facts detailed by a polar giant, Apsley Cherry-Garrard. Loved it.
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