Extracts from the personal journals of Capt. R F Scott, R.N. : the expedition leader.

‘”Had we lived, I should have had a tale to tell of the hardihood, endurance and courage of my companions which would have stirred the heart of every Englishman. These rough notes and our dead bodies must tell the tale”. Capt. Scott.

Modern English Series, published by John Murray, London. Reprint in 1927. A5 size, 188 pages, black and white illustrations. Interior in good condition. Cover not too bad but the spine needs some attention, binding is good.

British Antarctic Expedition , 1910 : the shore party, Scientific staff, Ship’s party and the men

An amazing tale of courage, the struggle to survive and then falling short, being discovered eight months later within eleven miles of safety.

Captain Robert Falcon Scott R.N. Captain Oates