Description
Book SynopsisThis collection of true diving stories makes for compelling reading for all divers and would-be divers. Enjoy classic tales of this extreme watersport, from thrilling wreck discoveries to encounters with the bizarre and the beautiful. There are stories of death and disaster, as well as bravery and triumph. Tales of the exciting and the extreme rub shoulders with more poetic pieces about the people and places that make up the folklore of this fascinating sport. The author’s global tour takes you everywhere, from Indonesia to the Caribbean and from the chill waters of Northern Europe to the reefs of the Pacific. Every ocean of the world is explored, making this essential reading – or a wonderful gift – for divers everywhere. This new edition sees the book return to hardback with a plate section of stunning colour photographs.
Table of ContentsIntroduction; Part One: Animal Encounters; Part Two: Interesting Characters & Difficult Moments; Part Three: Deep Diving; Part Four: Famous Wrecks & Other Adventures; Part Five: Dangerous Animals; Part Six: Near Misses & Not So Near; Part Seven: Shark Infested Waters; Part Eight: Tragedies; Part Nine: Treasure Seekers & Finders
