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Erebus: The Story of a Ship

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Erebus: The Story of a Ship

By: Michael Palin
Narrated by: Michael Palin
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Random House presents the audiobook edition of Erebus, written and read by Michael Palin.

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THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER

In the early years of Queen Victoria's reign, HMS Erebus undertook two of the most ambitious naval expeditions of all time.

On the first, she ventured further south than any human had ever been. On the second, she vanished with her 129-strong crew in the wastes of the Canadian Arctic, along with the HMS Terror.

Her fate remained a mystery for over 160 years.

Then, in 2014, she was found.

This is her story.
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Now available: Michael Palin's North Korea Journals
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A BBC RADIO 4 BOOK OF THE WEEK

'Beyond terrific . . . I didn't want it to end.' Bill Bryson

'Illuminated by flashes of gentle wit . . . It's a fascinating story that [Palin] brings full-bloodedly to life.' Guardian

'This is an incredible book . . . The Erebus story is the Arctic epic we've all been waiting for.' Nicholas Crane

'Thoroughly absorbs the reader. . . Carefully researched and well-crafted, it brings the story of a ship vividly to life.' Sunday Times

'A great story . . . Told in a very relaxed and sometimes - as you might expect - very funny Palin style.' David Baddiel, Daily Mail

'Magisterial . . . Brings energy, wit and humanity to a story that has never ceased to tantalise people since the 1840s.' The Times

©2018 Michael Palin (P)2018 Random House Audiobooks
20th Century Adventure Travel Arctic & Antarctica Modern Polar Regions Adventure Thought-Provoking Funny Sailing

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Critic reviews

Beyond terrific. I didn’t want it to end. (Bill Bryson)
All stars
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Once again Palin proves he’s not just an absorbing listen but an wonderful old friend. A delight to spend time with, his tale of Erebus and Terra is constantly rewarding. A must listen for those who love exploration.

Fascinating

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Never thought I would enjoy this book as much but I couldn't stop listening.
Not my normal listen but I am so pleased I did.
Great thanks to M Palin for an outstanding listen

Unbelievable

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A fascinating insight into life on board during these great voyages of Erebus and Terror. Enthralling from start to finish, something of which I was greatly appreciative on the long drives. I supplemented the audiobook excllently delivered by the author, to whom I could listen for many many more hours, by pouring through the hardback version of the book to take in the maps and photos that add the colour to the story. Highly recommended.

Splice the mainbrace!

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Really good, charming thoughtful and informative. Biography of a boat or other thing creates a distinct thread through several lives, the narrator does it justice.

Original and well told

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As always with Michael Palin, another excellent story well presented and with obvious passion for the subject. It is good to hear a balanced description and assessment of the Franklin expedition. There were also many very interesting facts and gems of information throughout the book. I thoroughly enjoyed hearing Michael Palin narrate his book too. Thank you for bringing Erebus to life again.

Excellent!

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