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An Unsung Hero

Tom Crean – Antarctic Survivor

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An Unsung Hero

Written by: Michael Smith
Narrated by: Gerry O'Brien
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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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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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In a world where we have "safe spaces", invented pronouns and a victim culture, this book takes us back to a world of bravery and stoicism where men were men, and they didn't flinch in the face of adversary.

The story of Tom Crean and his travels and bravery is an inspiration.

A Remarkable Biography of a Remarkable Man

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