An Unsung Hero is an unforgettable story of triumph over unparalleled
hardship and deprivation.
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.
'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
