“Birdie Bowers: Captain Scott’s Marvel” is a biography of Henry “Birdie” Bowers, a member of Robert Falcon Scott’s infamous South Pole expedition that failed to reach the pole before Ronald Amundsen’s expedition, and caused a number of people’s deaths. The book was written by Anne Strathie who actually visited Antarctica and the hut Captain Scott stayed in during his adventures in the South Pole. The book follows Bowers from a young child until his death while recounting all of the incredible feats he accomplished and all the countries he travelled to in his lifetime. The book takes place in the late 1800s and early 1900s, and in many places around the world, from the United Kingdom to India, and ending with his expedition to Antarctica. Anne Strathie describes Bowers as “an almost perfect man with great sailing skills, a cheery personality and a never give up attitude.” Strathie’s writing includes vivid detail of the time period and even numerous letters from Henry Bowers himself. Birdie Bowers is a true role model for others to follow. He was a team player in every sense of the word. Even when facing imminent death, trapped in an Antarctic blizzard, Bowers kept up the spirits of the entire group until the very end. This book is perfect for anyone interested in reading about exploration, adventure, and overcoming hardship.