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Shackleton's Last Voyage: The Story of the Quest by Wild, Frank

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Risk vs. Responsibility

"At what point does the pursuit of exploration and scientific advancement outweigh the responsibility to protect the lives of the expedition members?"

Portrait of Sir Ernest Shackleton
Sir Ernest Shackleton
Portrait of Dr. A. H. Macklin
Dr. A. H. Macklin
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Leadership vs. Friendship

"Can a leader truly be a friend to those they lead, or must the needs of the group always come before individual relationships?"

Portrait of Sir Ernest Shackleton
Sir Ernest Shackleton
Portrait of Commander Frank Wild
Commander Frank Wild
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Science vs. Spectacle

"Was the Quest expedition primarily driven by a genuine pursuit of scientific knowledge, or was it more about recreating the spectacle and acclaim of previous explorations?"

Portrait of John Quiller Rowett
John Quiller Rowett
Portrait of Commander F. A. Worsley
Commander F. A. Worsley
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Experience vs. Youth

"In a challenging expedition, is experience more valuable than youth, or can youthful enthusiasm and adaptability compensate for a lack of practical knowledge?"

Portrait of Commander Frank Wild
Commander Frank Wild
Portrait of J. W. S. Marr
J. W. S. Marr
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