The Wager: Tale of Shipwreck, Mutiny, and Murder
£14.99
“The Wager” is a gripping true story written by David Grann, the acclaimed author of “The Lost City of Z.” This thrilling narrative transports readers to the 19th century, where they encounter the ill-fated crew of the whaleship Essex. Grann masterfully reconstructs the harrowing journey of the crew, including their battle with a massive sperm whale and their subsequent struggle for survival amidst mutiny and cannibalism. “The Wager” is a riveting tale that explores the limits of human endurance and the dark depths to which humanity can descend when faced with desperate circumstances.
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“The Wager” is a gripping true story written by David Grann, the acclaimed author of “The Lost City of Z.” This thrilling narrative transports readers to the 19th century, where they encounter the ill-fated crew of the whaleship Essex. Grann masterfully reconstructs the harrowing journey of the crew, including their battle with a massive sperm whale and their subsequent struggle for survival amidst mutiny and cannibalism. “The Wager” is a riveting tale that explores the limits of human endurance and the dark depths to which humanity can descend when faced with desperate circumstances.
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