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The Diver and the Cook: Trapped in 102 Feet of Water
Following disaster in a storm, a tale of courage emerges. A ship lost. No survivors. A grim recovery mission for commercial divers more suited to repairing oil rigs. But then… what if someone has endured for over sixty hours underwater? Discover the incredible true story of a seemingly impossible underwater rescue, far out to sea in the Atlantic Ocean. Told in the words of those involved, with images from the actual events and reconstructions, The Diver & the Cook authentically and immersively recounts the tale of an unprecedented and daring rescue. A testament to the determination of the human spirit and the unwavering power of hope even in the face of immense tragedy.
The author, 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).
‘A “book of the moment”… An exciting and emotional read, and Olsen has made it an easy one… This breath-taking story is well worth the relatively short time it will take you to read.’– Divernet.com
‘Absolutely gripping… will shock even veteran divers… a very well-crafted, accurate account of an improbable rescue that deserves far more recognition than it originally received – and is well worth a read.’– DIVE magazine
‘Fascinating non-fiction… gripping and scary… a story worthy of Harrison’s perseverance and the miracle of his saving.’– Undercurrent.org
‘Wow! What a story, and what an incredible feat of not only survival for the cook but of the sheer bravery and determination of his rescuers. It’s an easy read with absolutely no waffle or embellishment and is probably the quickest I have ever read a book from cover to cover. It’s not only a story that will touch the hearts of divers but is also a great read for anyone who has not been to or under the sea at all.’– Scubaverse.com
The author, 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).
‘A “book of the moment”… An exciting and emotional read, and Olsen has made it an easy one… This breath-taking story is well worth the relatively short time it will take you to read.’– Divernet.com
‘Absolutely gripping… will shock even veteran divers… a very well-crafted, accurate account of an improbable rescue that deserves far more recognition than it originally received – and is well worth a read.’– DIVE magazine
‘Fascinating non-fiction… gripping and scary… a story worthy of Harrison’s perseverance and the miracle of his saving.’– Undercurrent.org
‘Wow! What a story, and what an incredible feat of not only survival for the cook but of the sheer bravery and determination of his rescuers. It’s an easy read with absolutely no waffle or embellishment and is probably the quickest I have ever read a book from cover to cover. It’s not only a story that will touch the hearts of divers but is also a great read for anyone who has not been to or under the sea at all.’– Scubaverse.com
216 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 12, 2024
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