The Frontier Below, 9780008532734
Paperback
Ocean’s depths reveal forgotten pioneers, and our planet’s future.

The Frontier Below

the past, present and future of our quest to go deeper underwater

$31.99

  • Paperback

    304 pages

  • Release Date

    19 April 2023

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Summary

The Frontier Below: A Deep Dive into Ocean Exploration

A journey through time and water, to the bottom of the ocean and the future of our planet. We do not see the ocean when we look at the water that blankets more than two thirds of our planet. We only see the entrance to it. Beyond that entrance is a world hostile to humans, yet critical to our survival.

The first divers to enter that world held their breath and splashed beneath the surface, often clutching rocks to pull t…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9780008532734
ISBN-10:0008532737
Author:Jeff Maynard
Publisher:Harpercollins Publishers
Imprint:William Collins
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:304
Release Date:19 April 2023
Weight:270g
Dimensions:153mm x 234mm
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Critics Review

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‘Filled with a sumptuous cast of real-life adventurers, this is an engrossing and stirring tale.’ Kirkus Reviews

‘A simply fascinating and inherently riveting read from beginning to end. Exceptionally well researched, written, organized, and presented.’ Midwest Book Review

‘Maynard teases out the skeletons in Ellsworth’s closet while layering obstacle upon obstacle.’ Publishers Weekly

Praise for The Unseen Anzac:

‘A wonderfully researched book. Every Australian should read it. Almost every page leaves you astonished.’ The Age

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‘This polar adventure classic is begging to be read. A ripping yarn.’ Sydney Morning Herald

About The Author

Jeff Maynard

Jeff Maynard is an Australia nonfiction author specialising in polar history and underwater exploration. He researches previously untold historical subjects, then presents readers with engaging, character-driven stories.

Maynard is a world authority on diving history. He was a founding member of the International Historical Diving Society and was President of the Australian chapter of the society for more than a decade. He is the editor of the quarterly magazine, Classic Diver. He presents papers at international diving events, and is a sought-after speaker for radio interviews. In 2002, he won the Historical Diving Society-UK award for his book Divers in Time. He is a member of the Explorers Club. He is also a book reviewer, radio commentator and editor.

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