Rachel Slade

Rachel Slade is an American journalist and author known for her work in non-fiction. She gained recognition for her book 'Into the Raging Sea,' which investigates the sinking of the cargo ship El Faro during Hurricane Joaquin in 2015.

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  1. 1. Into The Raging Sea

    Thirty-Three Mariners, One Megastorm, and the Sinking of El Faro

    The book provides a gripping account of the tragic sinking of the American cargo ship El Faro during Hurricane Joaquin in 2015. Through meticulous research and interviews, it delves into the harrowing experiences of the crew, the ship's vulnerabilities, and the systemic failures within the shipping industry that contributed to the disaster. The narrative combines personal stories with technical insights, highlighting the human and institutional factors that led to the catastrophe, while also exploring themes of corporate negligence and the relentless power of nature.

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