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Adrift

76 Days Lost at Sea

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Adrift

Written by: Steven Callahan
Narrated by: Steven Callahan
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 Before The Perfect Storm, before In the Heart of the Sea, Steven Callahan's Adrift chronicled one of the most astounding voyages of the century and one of the great sea adventures of all time. In some ways the model for the new wave of adventure books, Adrift is now an undeniable seafaring classic, a riveting firsthand account by the only man known to have survived for more than a month alone at sea, fighting for his life in an inflatable raft after his small sloop capsized only six days from port.

Racked by hunger, buffeted by storms, scorched by the tropical sun, Callahan drifted for 1,800 miles, fighting off sharks with a makeshift spear and watching as nine ships passed him by. "A real human drama that delves deeply into man's survival instincts (Library Journal), Adrift is a story of anguish and horror, of undying heroism, hope, and survival, and a must-read for any adventure lover.

©2002 Steven Callahan (P)2007 Brilliance Audio, Inc. Adventure Travel Travel Writing & Commentary Adventure Transportation Sailing

What the critics say

"An utterly absorbing saga." ( Newsweek)

"Fascinating...a clearly written ocean yarn in which the stakes are high and a brave man wins through." (Wall Street Journal)

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Awesome

This book will make you appreciate everything in your life. It is so exciting. And really puts everything in perspective. I suggest listening to it at 75% speed. The author is fantastic but he speaks quite quickly. And if you slow it down you’ll get more of the build up

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What a journey

This book has inspired, and reminded me to take each day as a gift; to let go of failures or hard times and move forward. What an epic story of mind over matter and consistent forward motion.

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Great Story but...

The story is fantastic however, Steven's performance falls a little flat. I was very excited to see it was the author who was narrating the story however, I found that his performance was rather monotone and lacked the spark that I thought his first hand recount of what he lived through would bring. Would definitely recommend the book, however, I might advise skipping the audiobook.

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Great story but sorry

This is an incredible story. Steven is heroic and to be commended for his preparedness and seamanship - but im afraid not his writing or performance.

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