The Worst Journey in the World (Illustrated Edition)

Robert Falcon Scotts disastrous journey to the South Pole is described in the book The Worst Journey in the World. A moving and thorough account of Scotts legendary expedition is provided by Apsley Cherry-Garrard the youngest member of Scotts team and one of only three men to complete and survive the infamous Winter Journey. Apsley Cherry-Garrard draws on his personal experiences as well as the journals of his fellow countrymen. Cherry would be part of the search team that unearthed Scott and his mens bodies after they had long since died of famine and extreme cold. Scott and the other expedition members are completely remembered through Cherrys perceptive narration and astute descriptions.