The Wreck of the Andrea Gail Three Days of a Perfect Storm |
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Author:
| Houghton, Gillian |
Series title: | When Disaster Strikes! Ser. |
ISBN: | 978-1-60854-784-5 |
Publication Date: | Feb 2009 |
Publisher: | Rosen Publishing Group
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Imprint: | Rosen Reference |
Book Format: | Mixed media product |
List Price: | USD $53.00 |
Book Description:
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Author Gillian Houghton brings to vivid life the maritime culture of Gloucester, the rough-and-tumble existence on a swordfishing boat, and the desperate lives of the swordfishers that make taking dangerous risks with the weather a necessity. Included in this compelling story are first-person observations of the crew's friends and family, accounts of radio messages from the Andrea Gail's captain, and a timeline that charts the ship's last turbulent hours. Also included are photos of...
More DescriptionAuthor Gillian Houghton brings to vivid life the maritime culture of Gloucester, the rough-and-tumble existence on a swordfishing boat, and the desperate lives of the swordfishers that make taking dangerous risks with the weather a necessity. Included in this compelling story are first-person observations of the crew's friends and family, accounts of radio messages from the Andrea Gail's captain, and a timeline that charts the ship's last turbulent hours. Also included are photos of the Andrea Gail that have never been published before!