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Erebus: The Story of a Ship by Michael Palin (Hardcover, 2018)

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Explore the fascinating story of the HMS Erebus with this hardcover textbook by renowned author Michael Palin. Delve into the ship's history and discover its significance in geography and geosciences. Published in 2018 by Cornerstone, this book is a must-have for adult learners and university students. The book measures 240mm in height and 162mm in width, with a weight of 701g and 352 pages. It is written in English and the binding is hardcover. Add this informative and captivating book to your collection today!

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____________________________________ BBC RADIO 4 BOOK OF THE WEEK THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER ____________________________________ HMS Erebus was one of the great exploring ships, a veteran of groundbreaking expeditions to the ends of the Earth. In 1848, it disappeared in the Arctic, its fate a mystery. In 2014, it was found. This is its story. ____________________________________ 'Beyond terrific. I didn't want it to end.' - Bill Bryson ____________________________________ Michael Palin - Monty Python star and television globetrotter - brings the remarkable Erebus back to life, following it from its launch in 1826 to the epic voyages of discovery that led to glory in the Antarctic and to ultimate catastrophe in the Arctic. The ship was filled with fascinating people- the dashing and popular James Clark Ross, who charted much of the 'Great Southern Barrier'; the troubled John Franklin, whose chequered career culminated in the Erebus's final, disastrous expedition; and the eager Joseph Dalton Hooker, a brilliant naturalist - when he wasn't shooting the local wildlife dead. Vividly recounting the experiences of the men who first set foot on Antarctica's Victoria Land, and those who, just a few years later, froze to death one by one in the Arctic ice, beyond the reach of desperate rescue missions, Erebus is a wonderfully evocative account of a truly extraordinary adventure, brought to life by a master explorer and storyteller. ____________________________________ 'Thoroughly absorbs the reader. . . Carefully researched and well-crafted, it brings the story of a ship vividly to life.' - Sunday Times 'This is an incredible book. I couldn't put it down. The Erebus story is the Arctic epic we've all been waiting for.' - Nicholas Crane 'Palin is a superb stylist, low-key and conversational, who skillfully incorporates personal experience. He turns up obscure facts, reanimates essential moments, and never shies away from taking controversial positions. This beautifully produced volume - colour plates, outstanding maps - is a landmark achievement.' - Ken McGoogan, author of Fatal Passage 'I absolutely loved it- I had to read it at one sitting . . . Fascinating.' - Lorraine Kelly, ITV Lorraine 'Magisterial . . . Brings energy, wit and humanity to a story that has never ceased to tantalise people since the 1840s.' - The Times

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Publisher
Cornerstone
ISBN-13
9781847948120
eBay Product ID (ePID)
2317707468

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Author
Michael Palin
Publication Name
Erebus: the Story of a Ship
Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Subject
Geography & Geosciences
Publication Year
2018
Type
Textbook
Number of Pages
352 Pages

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240mm
Item Width
162mm
Item Weight
701g

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Michael Palin
Topic
Travel Writing
Country/Region of Manufacture
United Kingdom

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by jaghomeservices21 Jul, 2022Verified purchase: Yes
A little ship with massive strength
For anyone interested in nature’s chal...lenges, this author Michael, has revealed the facts of so many early ships trying to access the Pacific from the Atlantic Ocean. The Erebus and Terror sailing ships were guided by their captains in the horrendous frozen conditions . Frostbitten fingers must have been excruciating when resetting the sails constantly to avoid the crushing icebergs. Their only comfort was the 65% half litre a day ‘tot of spirits ‘ to dull the senses! The tragedy is that it remains a mystery as to the extent of their success for only a few could ‘tell the tale in writings left behind.
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by dragonboatdude31 Oct, 2018Verified purchase: Yes
Brings to life this remarkable period of adventure and exploration
Well writ...ten captivating account of this remarkable vessel. Palin brings the characters to life and also interjects his own experiences of travel in the polar regions. The story of the ship's record breaking Antarctic explorations then the ill-fated Arctic search for the North West Passage is not well known until now, but hopefully this book will change that.
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by ada527917 Jun, 2019Verified purchase: Yes
Brilliant
Apparently not the first book to have been written about Erebus an...d MP credits some of them in his account. However, he has done more than just crib from others, having done his own extensive research and even visited some of the remote places that make up the story. It's clear that MP has a genuine interest in the subject, which comes through in his telling of the early history and subsequent tragedy. His quiet wit is never far away either, with some asides that make you smile, but he never trivialises the hardships that the crews faced on voyages that seem inconceivable without the modern conveniences of today's vessels. An engrossing read.
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by jimbob1968015 Jun, 2021Verified purchase: Yes
A great find
I've followed the Franklin expedition ever since the bodies we...re discovered in the 80's. This book takes a look at the details and background behind the race to find the Northwest passage but also looks at the history of the ship and some of the details of day to day living aboard ship. Well worth owning if you're a fan of exploration .
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5 out of 5 stars
by lisadizzyheights14 Nov, 2018Verified purchase: Yes
Erebus
Great subject, excellent writer
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