Tom Crean – An Illustrated Life

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Celebrate the extraordinary life of Tom Crean, an Irish hero of Antarctic exploration, with this revised pictorial biography by Michael Smith. Tom Crean: An Illustrated Life brings to life the incredible story of a Kerry farm boy who became a key figure in three historic expeditions alongside legendary explorers Shackleton and Captain Scott.

Through exceptional photographs taken in extreme Antarctic conditions, rare and unseen images, and diary extracts, this book paints a vivid picture of Crean’s adventures, endurance, and survival against the odds. Complemented by insightful text, maps, and new details about his life, this 224-page paperback is a tribute to one of Ireland’s most remarkable figures.