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Vlad asked this question about Endurance: Shackleton's Incredible Voyage:

Why should I read this book instead of Shackleton's own account? (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/143999.South)

Isaac Haven't read Shackleton's account, but in short, the journey was about much more than just Shackleton.

In fact the expedition was at several points sp…moreHaven't read Shackleton's account, but in short, the journey was about much more than just Shackleton.

In fact the expedition was at several points split into various sub groups, so even Shackleton's account would necessarily rely on second hand information for what happened at the moments he was necessarily not present.

Endurance is an excellent read and is built upon the journals and first person accounts of the expedition.

All that being said, I wouldn't discourage you from reading Shackleton's account, if you are so inclined. If you do, please report back on your thoughts, especially if you read both. (less)

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