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Storms and Wild Water

Storms and Wild Water

by Dag Pike (Author)

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    Paperback 2009

    $4.72
Synopsis

Storms are terrifying, awe-inspiring and provide an unparalleled thrill to those who encounter them - and survive. This highly illustrated book, in the same format and style as Disasters at Sea, brings storms vividly to life. The gripping text recounts the experiences of small boats and large ships fighting their way to safety, and the spectacular photography brings home the sheer power of nature. All in all, a gripping and fascinating read. Chapters feature: * what conditions whip up storms * experiences of small boats and ships in storms * the formation of hurricanes, typhoons and cyclones * whirlpools, maelstroms, monsoons and tsunamis * the effects of storms on harbours and harbour entrances * the impact of global warming

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More Information

Format: Paperback
 Pages: 160
 Publisher: Adlard Coles Nautical
Published: 07 Oct 2009
ISBN 10: 1408112310
ISBN 13: 9781408112311
Book Overview: Perennial fascination for extreme weather conditions and true stories of survival A satisfying read, as personal accounts and high-impact photography bring the storm experiences to life Features leisure as well as commercial vessels Provides an in depth exploration of storms, looking at their origins, impact, specific types and areas, and global warming By a leading boating journalist and world-renowned fast boat navigator

Media Reviews
'This highly illustrated book, brings storms vividly to life...gripping text...and the spectacular photography brings home the sheer power of nature.' All at Sea (September 2009) 'The gripping text recounts the experiences of small boats and large ships fighting their way to safety, and the spectacular photography brings home the sheer power of nature.' All at Sea (September 2009) '...a highly illustrated book that brings storms vividly to life.' Fishing News (October 2009) 'All in all, a gripping and fascinating read.' Yachting Life (2009) 'This is a book to read in a snug anchorage, or tucked up in the marina!' Yachting Monthly (January 2010) 'Storms and Wild Water brings storms to life with countless experiences of small boats and large ships fighting their way to safety during treacherous weather. It has spectacular photography to match and these images bring the excitement and danger of storms vividly to life.' Maritime Journal (January 2010) 'Storms and Wild Water is a gripping and fascinating read.' Anglers New Online (February 2010) 'There is a sub text to this excellent book, and that is the design and safety of vessels at sea. The author writes from a wealth of sea experience, and his views must therefore be given due consideration. This 160-page book is lavishly illustrated, with many coloured photographs that show the power and the fury of the seas.' Nautical Magazine (March 2010) 'This well illustrated book brings storms at sea to life' RNLI Lifeboat magazine (Summer 2010) 'A very valuable guide for any young seaman or woman, anywhere' AUSMARINE (September 2010) 'an awe-inspiring book. Sea paddlers, sailors and surfers will learn much from this fascinating book, a breathtaking read even for those who do not go on the water.' Canoeist (December 2010) 'In a word, this book is 'awesome'. The writing is excellent, whether informative or descriptive, and the photographs are added testimony to the forces of wind and water.' Sailing Magazine (August 2010)
Author Bio
Dag Pike began his career as a merchant captain, went on to test RNLI lifeboats, and took up fast boat navigation, winning a string of trophies for powerboat races around the world, including navigating Richard Branson's Virgin Atlantic Challenger on the record-breaking fastest Atlantic Crossing by powerboat. He is now a navigation and powerboat journalist in demand all round the world.