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The Finest Hours: The True Story Of The U.S. Coast Guard'S Most Daring Sea Rescue
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The True Story Of An Incredible Disaster And Heroic Rescue At Sea Told By Two Masterful Storytellersin The Winter Of 1952, New England Was Battered By The Most Brutal Nor'Easter In Years. As The Weather Wreaked Havoc On Land, The Freezing Atlantic Became A Windwhipped Zone Of Peril.In The Early Hours Of Monday, February 18, While The Storm Raged, Two Oil Tankers, The Pendleton And The Fort Mercer, Found Themselves In The Same Horrifying Predicament. Built With Dirty Steel, And Not Prepared To Withstand Such Ferocious Seas, Both Tankers Split In Two, Leaving The Dozens Of Men On Board Utterly At The Atlantic'S Mercy.The Finest Hours Is The Gripping, True Story Of The Valiant Attempt To Rescue The Souls Huddling Inside The Broken Halves Of The Two Ships. Coast Guard Cutters Raced To The Aid Of Those On The Fort Mercer, And When It Became Apparent That The Halves Of The Pendleton Were In Danger Of Capsizing, The Guard Sent Out Two Thirtysixfoot Lifeboats As Well. These Wooden Boats, Manned By Only Four Seamen, Were Dwarfed By The Enormous Seventyfoot Seas. As The Tiny Rescue Vessels Set Out From The Coast Of Cape Cod, The Men Aboard Were All Fully Aware That They Were Embarking On What Could Easily Become A Suicide Mission.The Spellbinding Tale Is Overflowing With Breathtaking Scenes That Sear Themselves Into The Mind'S Eye, As Boats Capsize, Bows And Sterns Crash Into One Another, And Men Hurl Themselves Into The Raging Sea In Their Terrifying Battle For Survival.Not All Of The Eightyfour Men Caught At Sea In The Midst Of That Brutal Storm Survived, But Considering The Odds, It'S A Miracle And A Testament To Their Bravery That Any Came Home To Tell Their Tales At All.Michael J. Tougias And Casey Sherman Have Seamlessly Woven Together Their Extensive Research And Firsthand Interviews To Create An Unforgettable Tale Of Heroism, Triumph, And Tragedy, One That Truly Tells Of The Coast Guard'S Finest Hours.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main subject of 'The Finest Hours'? A: 'The Finest Hours' narrates the true story of a daring rescue by the U.S. Coast Guard during a brutal nor'easter in 1952, focusing on the heroic efforts to save the crew members stranded on two oil tankers.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is authored by Michael J. Tougias and Casey Sherman, who have conducted extensive research and interviews to tell this gripping tale.
- Q: What is the condition of the used book being sold? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition,' indicating it may have some signs of wear but is still in very good condition for reading.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Finest Hours' have? A: 'The Finest Hours' consists of 224 pages, providing a comprehensive account of the events and the people involved in the rescue.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of 'The Finest Hours' is a hardcover, which typically offers more durability compared to paperback editions.
- Q: When was 'The Finest Hours' published? A: 'The Finest Hours' was published on May 19, 2009.
- Q: Is this book suitable for all ages? A: While 'The Finest Hours' can be appreciated by a wide audience, it is best suited for readers who can understand the themes of disaster, heroism, and survival.
- Q: What genre does this book belong to? A: 'The Finest Hours' falls under the genre of Non-Fiction, specifically focusing on Natural Disasters and historical events.
- Q: What makes this story particularly compelling? A: The story is compelling due to its dramatic recounting of real-life events, showcasing bravery against overwhelming odds during a fierce storm.
- Q: Can I find additional resources or references in the book? A: Yes, the authors have included extensive research and firsthand interviews, which provide a deeper understanding of the events and individuals involved.