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Into the Planet: My Life as a Cave Diver,Used
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From one of the worlds most renowned cave divers, a firsthand account of exploring the earths final frontier: the hidden depths of our oceans and the sunken caves inside our planetMore people have died exploring underwater caves than climbing Mount Everest, and we know more about deep space than we do about the depths of our oceans. From one of the top cave divers working todayand one of the very few women in her fieldInto the Planet blends science, adventure, and memoir to bring readers facetoface with the terror and beauty of earths remaining unknowns and the extremes of human capability.Jill Heinerththe first person in history to dive deep into an Antarctic iceberg and leader of a team that discovered the ancient watery remains of Mayan civilizationshas descended farther into the inner depths of our planet than any other woman. She takes us into the harrowing splitsecond decisions that determine whether a diver makes it back to safety, the prejudices that prevent women from pursuing careers underwater, and her endeavor to recover a fallen friends body from the confines of a cave. But theres beauty beyond the danger of diving, and while Heinerth swims beneath our feet in the lifeblood of our planet, she works with biologists discovering new species, physicists tracking climate change, and hydrogeologists examining our finite freshwater reserves.Written with hairraising intensity, Into the Planet is the first book to deliver an intimate account of cave diving, transporting readers deep into inner space, where fear must be reconciled and a missions success balances between knowing ones limits and pushing the envelope of human endurance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Into the Planet: My Life as a Cave Diver'? A: The main theme of the book revolves around the challenges and adventures of cave diving, highlighting the beauty and dangers of exploring underwater caves and the author's personal experiences in the field.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Into the Planet: My Life as a Cave Diver' is Jill Heinerth, a renowned cave diver known for her significant contributions to the field.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Into the Planet: My Life as a Cave Diver' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages are in this book? A: The book contains a total of 288 pages.
- Q: When was 'Into the Planet: My Life as a Cave Diver' published? A: The book was published on August 4, 2020.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers new to cave diving? A: Yes, the book is written in an engaging style that is accessible to readers who may be new to cave diving, offering insights into the sport alongside personal stories.
- Q: Does the book address gender issues in the field of cave diving? A: Yes, Jill Heinerth discusses the prejudices that women face in pursuing careers in underwater exploration, providing a unique perspective on gender issues in the field.
- Q: What kind of experiences does Jill Heinerth share in the book? A: Jill Heinerth shares a mix of thrilling adventures, scientific discoveries, and personal challenges, emphasizing the extremes of human capability in cave diving.
- Q: Is there any scientific content in the book? A: Yes, the book blends adventure with scientific insights, as Heinerth collaborates with biologists and physicists, discussing topics like climate change and new species discoveries.
- Q: What makes 'Into the Planet' unique compared to other diving books? A: This book is unique in its intimate and personal approach to cave diving, offering a firsthand account from one of the top female cave divers, focusing on both the beauty and peril of the underwater world.