"From the sentimental point of view, it is the last great Polar journey that can be made. It will be a greater journey than the journey to the Pole and back, and I feel it is up to the British nation to accomplish this..."
This quote shows the strive and intensity which Shackleton possessed toward achieving his dream. While people thought that the last great journey of the poles had been made, Shackleton did not except that the barrier had been thoroughly broken. For it is men like Shackleton, with such strong goals and desire, who continue to find ways to go beyond what others will pursue or even imagine. Also, in this chapter , Shackleton's motives are clearly expressed. Shackleton's every desire revolved around completing this voyage. He wished for the fame and respect of the global public. And also he desired the riches, not only for his social status, but so he could provide immensely for his wife, who came from a rich background. With such great motives, Shackleton would not even succumb to 18 feet thick floes of ice standing in his way.
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