The Worst Journey in the World

Listener Reviews

1. 5.0(1)

   This Is A Story of the Superhuman Drive to Explore, Survive, and Accept Death.

   I didn’t dislike any of it. It was a wonderful book and very well narrated

   Madisyn Sutton · May 13, 2025

2. 5.0(1)

   No other story can compare

   This is an amazing story about so many human traits - endurance obviously, psychology and physical capability. Superbly read. Amazing!

   Jody Werner · March 14, 2025

3. 5.0(1)

   Loved this

   What did you love best about The Worst Journey in the World?

   It's a true story written by one of the people who was actually there and based on journals kept by a few different people, so it gives a few different perspectives of the events.

   Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

   It did get pretty emotional at some points, especially the journal entries by Scott's team when they realized they were going to die and were debating if they should keep going or kill themselves. There was also some light hearted content, particularly about the habits of the Adélie penguins. It was a nice balance between heavy and light material.

   Sinnamon · December 31, 2024

4. 5.0(1)

   Riveting 20 hours

   One of the best polar books. Riveting and I learned so much. It wasn’t just about the story of the expedition, it was the theses and findings from the expedition. The incredible positive attitude and matter of fact-ness. Must read/listen

   Stephen M. Ross · September 5, 2023

5. 5.0(1)

   skip to chapter 8 and circle back

   if you're having a hard time getting into it! It's a bit information heavy in the beginning but picks up. By the end, I wanted more information!

   Samantha Dunham · May 14, 2023

6. 5.0(1)

   You might think you have no interest but then...

   Incredible story of truly incredible courage, generosity and valor. Yes it all happened long ago but there are lessons here still. And I would listen to Simon Vance read the back of a cereal box, he is that good

   Sharon Blankenship · April 22, 2021

7. 5.0(1)

   Simply marvelous!

   Great narrator, riveting story. Unforgettable facts detailed by a polar giant, Apsley Cherry-Garrard. Loved it.

   Erika Berry · August 9, 2020

8. 5.0(1)

   Captivating!

   The narrator is fantastic. I was interested the entire time. If you enjoy true adventure this is a fantastic pick. At first I was worried it was too long but it flew by! A story that will really stay with you!

   Tamia Mills · February 23, 2020