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Spang Olsen, Lasse

 
9781909455610: The Diver and the Cook: Trapped in 102 Feet of Water
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ISBN 10 : 190945561X ISBN 13 : 9781909455610
Editeur : Dived Up Publications, 2024

Synopsis

A ship lost. No survivors. A grim recovery mission begins, pushing a team of commercial divers well beyond their comfort zone.

Braving treacherous conditions, saturation diver Nico van Heerden single-handedly combs the cramped, debris-strewn, zero-visibility Jascon 4 shipwreck searching for any sign of the lost crew.

Then, in a scene akin to a horror movie, while exploring a small, isolated compartment, Nico feels a tap on his shoulder. Could someone have survived underwater for over sixty hours?

The Diver & the Cook is the incredible true story of a seemingly impossible underwater rescue. With first-hand accounts, authentic images and detailed reconstructions, author and documentary maker Lasse Spang Olsen brings this gripping tale to life. The book is the result of over four years of work, including intensive interviews, access to previously unknown material, and deep study of conversations and film recorded during the actual incident.

Witness the unwavering determination of the human spirit as Jascon 4 galley chef, Harrison Okene, fights for survival after his ship goes down. Meanwhile, rookie saturation diver Nico van Heerden faces a daunting challenge: spearheading the rescue mission in a perilous underwater environment. With time running out, what rules must the dive team break to save Harrison before it's too late?

An unprecedented operation, this story provides a unique perspective on the dangers and challenges faced by divers, showing the importance of teamwork and communication in high-risk situations. An incredible survival story against all odds, with an equally surprising aftermath.

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À propos de l'auteur

Veteran filmmaker Lasse Spang Olsen boasts a 40+ year career. He's participated in stunts and FX on over 600 films, directed eleven features, and filmed extensively underwater. He's led expeditions uncovering historical mysteries like the Flying Enterprise wreck and documented adventures worldwide. He's also a producer, lecturer and author. The Diver and the Cook was originally published in Denmark as Dykkeren of Kokken (Feb 2024).

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Éditeur
Dived Up Publications
Date d'édition
2024
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
190945561X
ISBN 13 
9781909455610
Reliure
Broché
Nombre de pages
176
Coordonnées du fabricant
non disponible
Personne responsable
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