If I had not some strength of will I would make a first class drunkard.
When things are easy, I hate it.
From the sentimental point of view, it is the last great Polar journey that can be made.
If you're a leader, a fellow that other fellows look to, you've got to keep going.
A man must shape himself to a new mark directly the old one goes to ground.
(Was he talking about a polar expedition, or marriage?) -Jorge Men Wanted: For hazardous journey. Small wages, bitter cold, long months of complete darkness, constant danger, safe return doubtful. Honour and recognition in case of success.