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Book Synopsis: “A masterpiece.” New Yorker’Wholly riveting, brilliantly researched.” Evening Standard‘A meticulous investigation into the seeds of disaster... fascinating, uncomfortable reading.” Sunday Times
In 1968, Donald Crowhurst was trying to market a nautical navigation device he had developed, and saw the Sunday Times Golden Globe round the world sailing race as the perfect opportunity to showcase his product. Few people knew that he wasn’t an experienced deep-water sailor. His progress was so slow that he decided to short-cut the journey, while falsifying his location through radio messages from his supposed course.
Everyone following the race thought that he was winning, and a hero’s welcome awaited him at home in Britain. But on 10 July 1968, eight months after he set off, his wife was told that his boat had been discovered drifting in mid-Atlantic. Crowhurst was missing, assumed drowned, and there was much speculation that this was one of the great mysteries of the sea.
In this masterpiece of investigative journalism, Nicholas Tomalin and Ron Hall reconstruct one of the greatest hoaxes of our time. From in-depth interviews with Crowhurst’s family and friends and telling excerpts from his logbooks, Tomalin and Hall develop a tale of tragic self-delusion and public deception, a haunting portrait of a complex, deeply troubled man and his journey into the heart of darkness.
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Embark on a riveting journey with 'The Strange Last Voyage of Donald Crowhurst,' now brought to life in the critically acclaimed book 'The Mercy.' Follow the gripping tale of Donald Crowhurst's risky endeavor to showcase his nautical navigation device in the Sunday Times Golden Globe race. Witness the shocking twists and turns as his voyage of deception unfolds, leaving readers on the edge of their seats.
Delve into this meticulously researched masterpiece hailed by the New Yorker as a must-read. Uncover the unsettling truth behind Donald Crowhurst's ill-fated expedition, filled with intrigue and mystery. Experience the rollercoaster of emotions as you navigate through the pages of this fascinating true story that will keep you hooked from start to finish.
Uncover the captivating narrative crafted by Nicholas Tomalin and Ron Hall as they unravel the layers of deception surrounding Crowhurst's disappearance. Immerse yourself in the gripping accounts from Crowhurst's family and friends, shedding light on the enigmatic personality behind one of the greatest sea mysteries. Prepare to be spellbound by this haunting portrait of a man's descent into darkness.
Don't miss the chance to experience the gripping saga of 'The Strange Last Voyage of Donald Crowhurst' in 'The Mercy' – a tale that will leave you questioning the thin line between reality and illusion. Discover the truth behind the facade and unravel the intricate web of lies that shaped Crowhurst's tragic fate. Dive into this compelling narrative today!
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