An Unsung Hero
Tom Crean – Antarctic Survivor
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Narrated by:
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Gerry O'Brien
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Michael Smith
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.
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"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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- Moshe Cohen
- 04-01-22
what a life, what a story!
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.
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- Stackasaurus
- 12-11-22
Incredible
Loved every minute of the story. Made me very proud to be Irish, to share a nationality with the great man
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- Kevin Hayes
- 12-01-22
Excellent, a must for anyone with an interest in Antarctic history.
Brilliant account of a great man’s life and great account of Scott’s and Shackleton’s expeditions.
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- Steve Webb
- 06-09-24
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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!
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- Anonymous User
- 22-03-25
amazing
what a story of a heroic human being and was humble to the end. Inspiring to listen to
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- referee806
- 12-04-22
Gripping account
Absolutely fantastic listen of a true hero of the last age of exploration in the Golen Age of Ice exploration.
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- David F.
- 13-02-23
Fabulous story and narration
Could not have been written nor narrated any better. 10 Stars! Highly recommended and inspirational.
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- PJ Truter
- 02-01-24
The Heroic age of polar exploration!
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
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- Kieran Caulfield
- 01-09-24
Unsung hero
Really good read. Very informative and interesting descriptions of the life of the great Tom Crean
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- Anonymous User
- 03-10-24
An incredible story, an incredible life
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.
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