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South by Ernest Shackleton — WisdomDeck honest review
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South

by Ernest Shackleton

Shackleton's own account of the Endurance expedition, understated and factual. Read after Lansing for the leader's voice.

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Three things you will actually use

  1. Understate.
  2. Decide and commit.
  3. Care for morale.

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Read the chapters on the ice camps.

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Shackleton's account.

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