“Polar exploration is at once the cleanest and most isolated way of having a bad time which has been devised.”
Quote by Apsley Cherry-Garrard
Work
The Worst Journey in the World: Antarctic 1910-1913
This book recounts the experiences of a polar expedition led by Captain Robert Falcon Scott, detailing the hardships and challenges faced during the 1910-1913 period. more
Author
Apsley Cherry-Garrard
Apsley Cherry-Garrard was an English explorer and author, renowned for his participation in the Terra Nova Expedition to the South Pole under Captain Robert Falcon Scott. He is the author of 'The Worst Journey in the World', a compelling narrative of the expedition. more
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