Island of the Lost
An Extraordinary Story of Survival at the Edge of the World
by:
Joan Druett
in:
Biographies
Summary:
The book chronicles the true story of two shipwrecked groups who must survive the harsh conditions of Auckland Island in the southern Pacific Ocean in the 1860s. It details their separate struggles against the elements, isolation, and despair, as one group fares remarkably well while the other succumbs to the island's challenges.
Key points:
1. Survival and Resilience: The book narrates two shipwrecks' survival stories, highlighting human resilience against harsh conditions.
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