Shackleton’s Antarctica Misadventure: An Early Example of Modern Heroism

Shackleton’s Antarctica Misadventure: An Early Example of Modern Heroism
Taffrail and ship’s wheel, aft well deck. Falklands Maritime Heritage Trust/National Geographic
Gabriël Moens
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In a notable article published on the Forbes, Paolo Gallo, who writes about leadership issues, has argued that “The time has come to change our model of heroism.” Specifically, he argues that “being a hero is no longer a mythical classification reserved for ... a few legendary men and women, or worse still, peacocks who spend all their time strutting in front of the mirror or under the spotlight.” For him, a person is a hero if he or she acts with dignity and compassion in their everyday lives.
Gabriël Moens
Gabriël Moens
Author
Gabriël A. Moens AM is an emeritus professor of law at the University of Queensland, and served as pro vice-chancellor and dean at Murdoch University. In 2003, Moens was awarded the Australian Centenary Medal by the prime minister for services to education. He has taught extensively across Australia, Asia, Europe, and the United States.
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