I happened to read about the Antarctic expedition in an advertisement. As I was enthusiastic and full of vigour£¬ I applied to join it. However£¬ Shackletonturned me down because he thought I was not qualified. I secretly went aboard£¬ hiding in a cupboard but was discovered later in the voyage. Shacklelonassigned me a task. I began to imagine how I would be envied by my friends after returning. What a naive motive£¡ The journey was not easy. Unfortunately£¬ our ship was crushed by the ice and sank thoroughly. Having abandoned the ship£¬ the crew camped on a miserable island£¬ carrying only the essential supplies like food£¬stoves£¬ clothes and blankets without any personal belongings. Shackleton left us to find help. There£¬ struggling to stay alive£¬ we used animal fat to make fire. The burning fatgave offblack smoke. I was inspired by their genuine concern for and loyalty to others. Faith in Shackleton’scommitment to save us had helped us persevere in staying alive. Under the guidance of Shackleton£¬ we were rescued at last and free to enjoy decent food andcosy bedrooms again.