Shackleton's Journey
By William Grill
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Embark on a thrilling visual journey with William Grill's 'Shackleton's Journey', which chronicles Sir Ernest Shackleton's daring 1914 Antarctic expedition. Through vibrant coloured pencil illustrations, this book brings to life the challenges faced by Shackleton and his crew as they navigate treacherous icy landscapes. Young readers will be captivated by detailed depictions of the expedition's provisions, sled dogs, and the crew's resilience, making history both accessible and engaging.
About the author
William Grill is a British author and illustrator who loves telling true adventure stories. He is best known for his award-winning book 'Shackleton’s Journey', which brings the famous Antarctic expedition to life with beautiful drawings. William enjoys exploring nature, and his detailed illustrations help readers imagine the amazing places and people he writes about.
Pages
80 pages
Reading age
Junior (8-13)
Published
2014
Community rating
Average score: 4.71
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