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In the Heart of the Sea

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SKU: 9780141001821

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“In the Heart of the Sea” (ISBN: 9780141001821) by Nathaniel Philbrick recounts the harrowing true story of the Essex whaleship, sunk by a massive sperm whale in 1820. This maritime disaster inspired Herman Melville’s “Moby-Dick.” Explore survival, obsession, and the untamed power of nature in this epic tale of shipwreck and resilience. Discover the chilling true story behind a literary classic.

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Description

  • ISBN-13: 9780141001821
  • Publisher: Penguin Books
  • Publisher Imprint: Penguin Books
  • Depth: 19
  • Height: 203 mm
  • No of Pages: 336
  • Series Title: English
  • Width: 135 mm
  • ISBN-10: 0141001828
  • Publisher Date: 01 May 2001
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Edition: Reissue
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: Y
  • Spine Width: 22 mm
  • Weight: 317 gr

Additional information

Weight 0.5 kg

11 reviews for In the Heart of the Sea

  1. Abhishek Kapil

    An interesting read, though I felt some parts dragged on. Still, the historical context and the whale attack are vividly portrayed.

  2. Keshav R Gupta

    What a harrowing experience those sailors endured! Philbrick captures the desperation and the struggle for survival perfectly. I couldn’t put it down!

  3. Aakash

    Philbrick brings the Essex tragedy to life. The research is impressive, but the sheer horror of the crew’s ordeal is hard to stomach. Prepare yourself.

  4. Shreyash Kashyap

    A well-researched account but felt detached from the human element. I wish there was a deeper dive into the psychology of the survivors.

  5. Josyula V V S M Raghavendra Kasyap

    Found it a bit dry and academic. While the story itself is fascinating, the writing style wasn’t engaging enough for me. Expected more emotion.

  6. Souvik Roy Ghatak

    A gripping tale of survival! Though a bit slow at times, the descriptions of the whale attack were intense. Worth reading if you like maritime history.

  7. Saurabh Singh

    I had mixed feelings. While the historical detail was great, the writing style was a bit dull. Still, a worthwhile read about a tragic event.

  8. Mohit Bansal

    This book haunted me for days after I finished it. The true story is far more terrifying than any fictional tale. Highly recommended, but be warned.

  9. Abhay Kumar Rajak

    Not for the faint of heart! It is a brutal but important story. It shows the dark side of humanity when pushed to the brink.

  10. Vaibhav Jaiswal

    Absolutely breathtaking and horrifying. Philbrick writes with such detail and emotional impact. A story that will stay with you always.

  11. Brojen Mili

    Incredible story! Shows the resilience of human spirit against impossible odds. The details are vivid and disturbing, a must-read for adventure lovers.

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