First published in 1919, this is the amazing tale of perseverance as told by "The Boss" himself. Shackleton chronicles the departure from South Georgia, his time on the ice, the extraordinary boat journey and rescue on Elephant Island. It also includes an account of the Ross Sea party, which was intended to provide support for the trans-continental expedition. This handsome edition includes over 100 well integrated photographs by expedition photographer Frank Hurley as well as maps and helpful annotations, an introduction and epilogue by editor Peter King.  (ANT89, $19.95)

Shackleton