SHACKLETON, Ernest. South – The Story of Shackleton’s Last Expedition 1914-1917 (In fine binding)

Norwalk: Easton Press, 2008. Octavo. pp. 380. First Easton Press edition. Printed on archival paper. Bound in full navy leather, titled and decorated in gilt; moiré silk endpapers; white silk marker. All edges gilt. A fine copy.

South by Sir Ernest Shackleton is one of the most iconic and sought-after books in the field of polar exploration. First published in 1919, this remarkable work recounts Shackleton’s harrowing Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition (1914–1917), during which the ship Endurance was famously trapped and crushed by pack ice in the Weddell Sea. Shackleton’s extraordinary leadership, survival against the odds, and daring open-boat journey to seek rescue have become the stuff of legend.

Rare first editions of South are highly prized by collectors of exploration literature, with original copies offering exceptional historical and literary value. Richly illustrated with photographs taken by Frank Hurley, the book captures the stark beauty and peril of Antarctica in vivid detail.

For those interested in adventure, leadership, and endurance, South stands as a timeless testament to human courage and resilience. At De Búrca Rare Books, we specialise in offering rare and first edition travel and exploration books, including landmark titles such as South. This volume is an essential acquisition for collectors of Irish interest, Antarctic history, and classic exploration literature. Don’t miss the opportunity to own this enduring classic of polar discovery.

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