Storms are terrifying, awe-inspiring and provide an unparalleled thrill to those who encounter them - and survive. Despite centuries of technological advances in boat and ship design, sailors still talk about the storms they have experienced in hushed, reverential tones. On land a storms's severity is measured only by the strength of the wind. At sea the situation is doubly worse, as storm-force winds have a devasting effect on waves, creating deadly conditions for boats and ships caught out in terrible weather.
Exploring the worst that nature can inflict on the sea, Dag Pike details the experiences of both big ships and small craft in every ocean of the world, relating stories of dramatic rescues and narrow escapes, as well as tragic losses. And the spectacular photography truly brings home the danger of storms and wild water. This fascinating book is a sobering insight into the power that nature can unleash.
Storms are terrifying, awe-inspiring and provide an unparalleled thrill to those who encounter them - and survive. Despite centuries of technological advances in boat and ship design, sailors still talk about the storms they have experienced in hushed, reverential tones. On land a storms's severity is measured only by the strength of the wind. At sea the situation is doubly worse, as storm-force winds have a devasting effect on waves, creating deadly conditions for boats and ships caught out in terrible weather.
Exploring the worst that nature can inflict on the sea, Dag Pike details the experiences of both big ships and small craft in every ocean of the world, relating stories of dramatic rescues and narrow escapes, as well as tragic losses. And the spectacular photography truly brings home the danger of storms and wild water. This fascinating book is a sobering insight into the power that nature can unleash.
Storms And Wild Water
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Product Details
ISBN-13: | 9781574092899 |
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Publisher: | Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, Inc. |
Publication date: | 10/01/2009 |
Pages: | 160 |
Product dimensions: | 7.44(w) x 9.74(h) x 0.46(d) |