A Speck in the Sea

Name: A Speck in the Sea
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9780733638374
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A Story of Survival and Rescue

By John Aldridge and Anthony Sosinski

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A Speck in the Sea by John Aldridge and Anthony Sosinski is an intense memoir focusing on the harrowing true story of Aldridge, a fisherman who falls overboard in the middle of the night. As he struggles for survival in the vast ocean, his partner and the local fishing community mobilise in a desperate search effort. It's an inspiring tale of endurance and the power of community in the face of seemingly insurmountable odds.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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This gripping biography and memoir might capture your interest if you're fascinated by true survival stories and the power of friendship. It follows an intense struggle against the elements and explores the resilience and determination of those who push through unimaginable challenges. If you appreciate tales of courage and human spirit, this book could be a great choice for you.

A Speck in the Sea

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In the dead of night on 24th July 2013, John Aldridge was thrown off the back of the Anna Mary somewhere off the coast of Long Island, NY, while his fishing partner and lifelong friend, Anthony Sosinski, slept below. As desperate hours ticked by, Sosinski, their families, the local fishing community, and the U.S. Coast Guard in three states launched an unprecedented search effort that culminated in a rare and exhilarating rescue.

A tale of survival, perseverance, and community, A Speck in the Sea tells one man's struggle to survive as friends and strangers work together to bring him home. Aldridge's incredible first-person account intertwines with the story of the massive, constantly evolving rescue mission to tell a moving and astounding tale of survival.

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A Speck in the Sea by John Aldridge and Anthony Sosinski has been praised for its gripping narrative detailing the harrowing survival story of a fisherman lost at sea and the community's relentless search effort. Reviewers commend the book for its vivid depiction of human resilience, camaraderie, and the treacherous realities of ocean life, making it both an inspiring and heart-pounding read.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780733638374

Publisher: Hachette Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 30 May 2017

Country: Australia

Imprint: Hachette Australia

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 154.0mm

Height: 235.0mm

Weight: 340g

Pages: 272

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Anthony Sosinski Biography & Memoir John Aldridge Non-Fiction

About the Author

John Aldridge and Anthony Sosinski co-own and operate the Anna Mary, a lobster boat, in the open ocean surrounding Montauk. Best friends for decades, Aldridge and Sosinski are seasoned sailors and fishermen.