No Return: Captain Scott's Race to the Pole

Author(s): Peter Gouldthorpe

Childrens Books

In the age of discovery, Antarctica remained an unknown quantity amongst the world s scientists and explorers. Robert Falcon Scott was amongst the pioneers who penetrated the ice and cruel weather. This is the story of his journey from England, the year-long preparations, which included enduring the harsh winter and euphoric explorations in the spring - culminating in the ill-fated final march to his goal, only to be beaten by the Norwegians and to suffer terrible loss - and death. This book is a celebration of a continent and ambition that will linger long in readers minds.


Teachers notes and more information available at www.scottslastjourney.com.au

General Information

  • : 9780734412799
  • : Hachette Australia
  • : Lothian Books
  • : 0.3
  • : 01 January 2013
  • : Australia
  • : 01 February 2012
  • : books

Other Specifications

  • : Peter Gouldthorpe
  • : Paperback
  • : 1
  • : en
  • : 32

More About The Product

'Exemplary non-fiction children's literature.' - Magpies'. . . stylishly illustrated . . . terrific for new readers looking for something a bit challenging.' - Weekend Australian

Peter Gouldthorpe was born in Melbourne in 1954 and now lives in Tasmania. He is recognised as one of Australia s most versatile and skilful illustrators, who also paints landscapes, portraits and commissioned work, and designs stage sets.