MONUMENTAL HISTORY: Cherry's memoir, adapted here into a visually stunning graphic novel, is a classic adventure narrative with a century of built-in awareness since its original publication. The adaptation is impeccably researched with primary sources and includes entertaining, detailed annotations and endnotes. THRILLING WRITING: Airriess incorporates Cherry's own exceptional writing throughout the adaptation; it's a crisp and gripping narrative studded with poignant insight on human nature, the search for meaning, and the thrill of exploration and achievement. THE WORST JOURNEY is on par with all the canonic giants of early 20th century English literature. LIVELY, EXPRESSIVE ARTWORK: A Disney animator with credits on major theatrical releases, Airriess's lusciously detailed, kinetic art feels like a big screen motion picture, bringing each character to life on the page in a way that can't be done in prose alone. Everything from the line art to the color palette helps sell the excitement of the beginning of the journey, the beauty of the natural world, and the dark times ahead. PACKED WITH MEANING: More than just a recounting of events, THE WORST JOURNEY is about the people on the voyage and their reasons for embarking on it, struck through with a powerful and inspiring message: While not all gambles pay off, that doesn't make them not worth trying. GIFT-WORTHY PRESENTATION: A perfect holiday gift for the history buffs and adventure narrative fans on your list, in a deluxe hardcover format.

Books of this kind are rarely illustrated, making it a unique standout on history shelves and coffee tables.