Eight soul-searching, rugged tales of men against the elements. John Fine has written fifteen books including award-winning books dealing with the problems of ocean pollution (OCEANS IN PERIL) & world hunger (THE HUNGER ROAD). He was elected to the Academy of Underwater Arts & Sciences in honor of his books in the field of education. His children's book, THE BOY & THE DOLPHIN (Windswept House, 1990), received the 1991 Herman Melville Literary Award. Fine, a trained biologist with a doctor of jurisprudence degree, has received international recognition for his pioneering work investigating toxic waste contamination of our land & water resources. He received the Freedom Award at the World Underwater Congress in recognition of his work in the marine environment. Fine is a trustee of the International Oceanographic Foundation, a recipient of the Marine Environment Award, given by the Foundation for Ocean Research, has three times been named Diver of the Year, & holds the highest professional licenses as an underwater instructor. Fine writes with strength, sincerity & great understanding of the sea & the men who sail on it.

These are stories you will never forget.