World Beneath the Sea

by James Dugan, Robert C. Cowen, Bill Barada

Genres: Science, Nonfiction

204 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1967

About the author

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James Dugan was a historian, editor and magazine article writer. He is best known for his collaborations with Jacques Cousteau.

Dugan had a long-lasting connection with Jacques Cousteau. Dugan first met Cousteau in 1944 during the liberation of France. At this time he was a Yank magazine correspondent. Much of his writing in the 50's and 60's concerns underwater exploration with Captain Jacques Cousteau. Dugan received the Grand Prix, Cannes International Film Festival award for the documentary The Silent World in 1956. He was also part of the team that produced the Academy Award-winning documentaries The Silent World (1956) and World Without Sun (1964). Dugan wrote the narration for both films. Dugan edited Cousteau's books The Silent World (1953) and World Without Sun (1965) and co-authored The Living Sea (1963) with Cousteau.

James Dugan died June 3, 1967 in Panama City, FL from a heart attack at the age of 55. He was buried at sea.

Reviews

[Aiyana · Rating 3 out of 5]

A bit out-dated obviously, but still an interesting read giving some background history to modern day under-sea exploration.