Apsley Cherry-Garrard

Preamble

Author of the volume, introducing the scope and focus of the narrative.

The Worst Journey in the World

Author and participant, reflecting on the expedition's trials.

I: From England to South Africa

Cherry-Garrard is an 'adaptable helper' who shot birds from the ship with Wilson and later landed on the island.

Land

The narrator who experiences seasickness, first sight of land, and describes the landing operations.

The Depot Journey

Recalls the sight of Bowers in pain at the start; bandages Bowers' knee; goes forward to prospect with Bowers; records the emotional reaction to Amundsen's news.

The Return of the Dog Party

Narrates the pony rescue, struggles to save his horse Uncle Bill, and ultimately kills it to prevent it being eaten by whales.

VII: The Winter Journey

Narrator and participant in the winter journey; describes the hardships and his own physical struggles, including frostbite and hunger.

Appendix

Cherry-Garrard's account of the Winter Journey is referenced as the source describing how the Emperor eggs were secured.

The Polar Journey

Provides commentary on the motor sledges, the ponies, and the relief of not taking ponies up the glacier.

The Barrier Stage

Cherry-Garrard is the narrator, reflecting on his experiences in Scott's tent, the cooking, and the mental strain of the journey. He notes the contrast between the bleak conditions and the beauty of the scenery.

X: The Polar Journey (Continued)

Cherry-Garrard records the emotional moment when Scott tells him he may not go on, and describes the difficult conditions on the glacier.

The Beardmore Glacier

Part of team III, describes the physical struggles and the beauty of the glacier, and adjusts harness to improve pulling.

The Polar Journey (Continued)

Narrates the First Supporting Party's return, describing the monotony and dangers of the journey, including Keohane's repeated crevasse falls and Atkinson's head-first fall.

XIII: Suspense

Narrator and observer at Cape Evans; describes the suspense and later the search efforts.

XIV: The Last Winter

Narrates the chapter, reflecting on the difficulties of the last winter and the decision-making process.

XVI: The Search Journey

Narrates the chapter from his diary, describing the search journey and the discovery of the Polar Party's bodies.

XIX: Never Again

The author and narrator, reflecting on the expedition with ten years of hindsight, analyzing the contrast between Scott's tragedy and Amundsen's success, and critiquing the expedition's methods.

Endnotes

Author of the main text, with personal diary entries cited in endnotes.

List of Illustrations

Cherry-Garrard is credited as the author of the book and as the copyist of the Winter Journey panorama map.