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Adrift

76 Days Lost at Sea

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Adrift

By: Steven Callahan
Narrated by: Steven Callahan
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About this listen

 Before The Perfect Storm, before In the Heart of the Sea, Steven Callahan's Adrift chronicled one of the most astounding voyages of the century and one of the great sea adventures of all time. In some ways the model for the new wave of adventure books, Adrift is now an undeniable seafaring classic, a riveting firsthand account by the only man known to have survived for more than a month alone at sea, fighting for his life in an inflatable raft after his small sloop capsized only six days from port.

Racked by hunger, buffeted by storms, scorched by the tropical sun, Callahan drifted for 1,800 miles, fighting off sharks with a makeshift spear and watching as nine ships passed him by. "A real human drama that delves deeply into man's survival instincts (Library Journal), Adrift is a story of anguish and horror, of undying heroism, hope, and survival, and a must-read for any adventure lover.

©2002 Steven Callahan (P)2007 Brilliance Audio, Inc. Adventure Travel Travel Writing & Commentary Adventure Survival Sailing

Critic Reviews

"An utterly absorbing saga." ( Newsweek)

"Fascinating...a clearly written ocean yarn in which the stakes are high and a brave man wins through." (Wall Street Journal)
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Loved the epic story of the strength of the human spirit and presented really well

Epic adventure of survival

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A bit of a slow start that built to an amazing tale of human survival and the strength of the human spirit.

Inspiring

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An unwanted voyage in a vessel nobody ever wants to take to until there is no alternative.

Thank you Steven, for showing us how to get home to those we love when all can seem lost.

A beautiful example of the strength of the human spirit

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I feel privileged for having heard this remarkable story.
Stevens ability to adapt to his new environment and his relentless struggle to push on left me mesmerized and blessed for the simple things we take for granted. Thank you

An unbelievable story of survival and endurance

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This book is absolutely amazing. You get immersed into the story as if you would be part of it. The message of this book might vary from reader to reader, for me it is that what you love doesn't have to be fun all the time. Love and hard work go side by side. The audio isn't great on this audiobook.

Incredible Story and Writing

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In the spirit of reconciliation, Audible acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.