May 2020 Catalogue

G r e a t G i f t s 58 Shackleton had first gained fame as amember of Scott’s expedition of 1901-02. In 1908, accompanied by three companions and four ponies, he led his own expedition and approached within 100 miles of the South Pole before being forced to return due to lack of supplies. The Antarctic Book , which includes the 16 signatures of the shore party, was issued onlywith this Limited Edition of The Heart of the Antarctic and has never been reprinted. Second state of The Antarctic Book , with only three items listed on the contents page. All volumes printed on specially made Van Gelder paper, watermarked “1907 BAE 1909.” Conrad, 148. Rosove 305.A2. A fine set of this rare and sumptuous edition.