A collaboration by thirty eminent scholars; this volume offers a clear; concise overview of Jewish history; faith; and culture.
#2587478 in Books Cooper Square Press 2001-12-04Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.44 x .98 x 5.56l; #File Name: 0815411618440 pages
Review
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful. A wonderful accountBy Vinyl obsessivePonting's book is an absolute must for anyone interested in Scott's Last Expedition. His narrative is witty and engaging throughout; whether it be concerned with his fellow travellers and their experiences; or related to the native wildlife - his chapters on seals and penguins are a particular delight.The only downside to this edition is that the publishers unaccountably saw fit to provide a platform for another of Roland Huntford's incredibly tiresome and bitter rants about Captain Scott himself; by inviting him to contribute an unworthy; though mercifully short; introduction. Huntford's by now largely discredited iconoclasm despoils some of the dignity and freshness of Ponting's own work. Just ignore it and enjoy Ponting himself.3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. True mentors of the pastBy Stephen H. HineA friend gave me an original copy of this book. He found the book in a family members garage. After reading a few pages I was "lost in the past." Ponting's wit along with his colorful description of the Expeditions participants make this a must read book. The day to day descriptions of these men's lives in harsh conditions; howling wind storms with sub zero temperatures. The tragedy at the end is a reminder of our fragile existence in this harsh environment. As Ponting says; "these are what real men are made of." Sadly; not many of our current role models live up to these past men's contributions to society.
