Into The Raging Sea by Rachel Slade
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.
The 11661st greatest book of all time
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- Published
- 2018
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 350-400
- Original Language
- English
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- 100 Notable Books of 2018 (New York Times)