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The Perfect Storm

A True Story of Men Against the Sea

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The Perfect Storm

By: Sebastian Junger
Narrated by: Richard Davidson
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Man’s struggle against the sea is a theme that has created some of the world’s most exciting stories. Now, in the tradition of Moby Dick comes a New York Times best seller destined to become a modern classic. Written by journalist Sebastian Junger, The Perfect Storm combines an intimate portrait of a small fishing crew with fascinating scientific data about boats and weather systems. In late October, North Atlantic seas are unpredictable. Still, one last good swordfish catch is a chance to start the winter with a fat wallet. As Captain Billy Tyne steers his 72-foot longboat Andrea Gail toward the Grand Banks, growing weather fronts are moving toward the same waters. The Andrea Gail is sailing into the storm of the century, one with 100 mile per hour winds and waves cresting over 110 feet. As each man on the boat faces this ultimate foe, Sebastian Junger gives the account an immediacy that fills The Perfect Storm with suspense and authenticity. Narrator Richard M. Davidson’s reading adds further drama to this unforgettable sea adventure. An interview with the author concludes the audiobook.

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Narration was fantastic. Really draws you in. Story was well researched and technical descriptions where excellent.

Excellent performance. Very well researched.

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Written with such humanity and intelligence- many scenes and scenarios were so raw and incomprehensibly terrifying I had to have rests from the story before revisiting. One of my very favorite books which will leave me with deep respect for the grit of those working on fishing vessels and the intricacies of the planet’s weather systems.

Respectfully written

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can't explain, just loved all the details and how he went about telling you, great

all of it,

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I really enjoyed this story about the toughness and bravery of fishermen from New England. The research and detail provided about the US Coast Guard and the National Guard search and rescue teams was a real insight. I highly recommend this book.

A really interesting read

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