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One Breath: Freediving, Death, And The Quest To Shatter Human Limits-used
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One Breath Is A Gripping And Powerful Exploration Of The Strange And Fascinating Sport Of Freediving, And Of The Tragic, Untimely Death Of Americas Greatest Freedivercompetitive Freedivinga Sport Built On Diving As Deep As Possible On A Single Breathtests The Limits Of Human Ability In The Most Hostile Environment On Earth. The Unique And Eclectic Breed Of Individuals Who Freedive At The Highest Level Regularly Dive Hundreds Of Feet Below The Oceans Surface, Reaching Such Depths That Their Organs Compress, Light Disappears, And One Mistake Could Kill Them.Even Among Freedivers, Few Have Ever Gone As Deep As Nicholas Mevoli. A Handsome Young American With An Unmatched Talent For The Sport, Nick Was Among Freedivings Brightest Stars. He Was Also An Extraordinary Individual, One Who Rebelled Against The Vapid And Commoditized Society Around Him By Relentlessly Questing For Something More Meaningful And Authentic, Whatever The Risks. So When Nick Mevoli Arrived At Vertical Blue In 2013, The Worlds Premier Freediving Competition, He Was Widely Expected To Challenge Records And Continue His Meteoric Rise To Stardom.Instead, Before The End Of That Fateful Competition Nick Mevoli Had Died, A Victim Of The Sport That Had Made Him A Star, And The Very Future Of Free Diving Was Called Into Question. With Unparalleled Access And Masterfully Crafted Prose, One Breath Tells His Unforgettable Story, And Of The Sport Which Shaped And Ultimately Destroyed Him.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'One Breath'? A: 'One Breath' explores the sport of freediving, focusing on the life and tragic death of Nicholas Mevoli, highlighting the extremes of human capability and the risks involved in the sport.
- Q: Who is the author of 'One Breath'? A: The book is authored by Adam Skolnick, who delves into the life of freediver Nicholas Mevoli and the world of competitive freediving.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: 'One Breath' is available in hardcover binding, which offers durability and a premium feel.
- Q: When was 'One Breath' published? A: 'One Breath' was published on January 12, 2016.
- Q: How many pages does 'One Breath' contain? A: 'One Breath' has a total of 336 pages.
- Q: Is 'One Breath' suitable for readers interested in sports biographies? A: Yes, 'One Breath' falls under the category of Biographies & Memoirs, making it suitable for readers interested in sports biographies and personal stories.
- Q: What can readers expect in terms of writing style in 'One Breath'? A: 'One Breath' features masterfully crafted prose, providing a gripping narrative that captures the essence of freediving and its inherent dangers.
- Q: Does the book discuss the competitive aspects of freediving? A: Yes, the book delves into the competitive nature of freediving, focusing on the challenges and records associated with the sport.
- Q: What is the condition of the item listed? A: The item is listed in 'Very Good' condition.
- Q: What edition of 'One Breath' is available? A: 'One Breath' is available in its First Edition.