The Ocean Wide
Michelet, Jon: Havets veldeIn August 2006, the world learns the incredible news of three Mexican fishermen who have survived nine months of drifting across the Pacific Ocean in a small fishing boat. Is such a journey really possible?
Michelet pursues the theme of survival at sea; stories about dramatic crossings in lifeboats through tropical waters in the aftermath of Norwegian vessels being sunk during World War II, violent attacks on Norwegian and allied ships carried out by Japanese bombers, German U-Boats and German raiders.
Jon Michelet contrasts the brutality of naval warfare with man’s ability to survive — even under inhumane conditions — thanks to unity, discipline and courage. He mixes documentary content with autobiographical material. The result is a large number of distinctive, exciting stories of the sea, characterized by Michelet’s unique knowledge and lyrical storytelling.
Praise for The Ocean Wide:
”A great acheivement. Jon Michelet’s last book turns any reader into a 12-year-old with a flashlight under the covers”
(Dagens Næringsliv)
”No one could have handled Michelet’s retrospect more elegantly.”
(Dagbladet)
”The book is marked by the fact that is being imparted by a passionate and knowledgeable author with great love for his theme.”
(VG)
”Michelet has written a good book, filled with stories that deserve to be told, lots of great portrayals and gripping scenes.”
(Bergens Tidende)
First published: 2007, Forlaget Oktober
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