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An Unsung Hero

Tom Crean – Antarctic Survivor

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An Unsung Hero

By: Michael Smith
Narrated by: Gerry O'Brien
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About this listen

Tom Crean was the farmer’s son from Kerry who sailed on three major expeditions to the unknown Antarctic over a century ago. He served with both Captain Robert Scott and Sir Ernest Shackleton, spent longer on the ice than either and outlived them both.

But Tom Crean returned to Ireland and never spoke about his exploits, taking his incredible story to the grave – until the publication of An Unsung Hero, which unearthed his story and saw him rightfully placed amongst the annals of the great explorers.

©2009 Michael Smith (P)2021 Bolinda Publishing Adventurers, Explorers & Survival Expeditions & Discoveries Historical World Polar Region Inspiring Heartfelt Funny Explorer

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Critic reviews

"Michael Smith has written a splendid biography." (The Nautical Magazine)

"The epic struggles, heroics and the unbelievable hardships of the voyages are wonderfully told." (The Irish Times)

"Wonderful Kiplingesque yarn about a great Irishman who didn't have to die to become a hero." (Irish Independent)
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the famous expeditions of Scott and Shackleton told from Tom Crean's perspective.
His early life, running away to join the navy. Many unfamiliar heroics of saving many fellow travellers lives told here and the measure of the man is unveiled. beautifully told and narrated.

what a life, what a story!

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Loved every minute of the story. Made me very proud to be Irish, to share a nationality with the great man

Incredible

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Brilliant account of a great man’s life and great account of Scott’s and Shackleton’s expeditions.

Excellent, a must for anyone with an interest in Antarctic history.

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A moving, awe inspiring story. Tom Cream, a humble brave and most fascinating stalwart
Captivating and well read, thank you. A great listen!

Respect

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what a story of a heroic human being and was humble to the end. Inspiring to listen to

amazing

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Absolutely fantastic listen of a true hero of the last age of exploration in the Golen Age of Ice exploration.

Gripping account

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Could not have been written nor narrated any better. 10 Stars! Highly recommended and inspirational.

Fabulous story and narration

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Living in Ireland, I am inspired incredibly. A humble boy from Africa took to this book like snow on a mountain in Antarctica. Cheers Tom

The Heroic age of polar exploration!

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Really good read. Very informative and interesting descriptions of the life of the great Tom Crean

Unsung hero

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I had never heard of Tom Crean before I was recommended to read this. An incredible book detailing his life, the kind of person he was and how he saved the lives of many through sheer determination and bravery. An inspiring story. I am now obsessed with reading stories about polar exploration.

An incredible story, an incredible life

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