Empire of Ice and Stone

In Empire of Ice and Stone, listeners are drawn into the true story of the ill-fated 1913 Canadian Arctic Expedition aboard the Karluk, led by Captain Bob Bartlett and the ambitious Vilhjalmur Stefansson. After becoming icebound, Stefansson abandons the crew on a hunting trip, leaving Bartlett to lead the remaining members through the treacherous conditions of Polar night. With themes of heroism and tragedy, this gripping account explores two contrasting leadership styles amidst one of history's most audacious and disastrous voyages. Narrated by Will Damron, the audiobook captures both the challenges faced and the indomitable spirit required for survival.