Acclaimed National Geographic writer, Simon Worrall, gives a gripping account of the tragedy of the SV Fantome, one of the world's most storied tall ships, which went down in the Caribbean during Hurricane Mitch. Packed with colourful detail and fascinating insights into the science of hurricanes, Worrall also raises important questions about the responsibility for the disaster; and the work conditions of the mostly Third World crew.
Acclaimed National Geographic writer, Simon Worrall, gives a gripping account of the tragedy of the SV Fantome, one of the world's most storied tall ships, which went down in the Caribbean during Hurricane Mitch. Packed with colourful detail and fascinating insights into the science of hurricanes, Worrall also raises important questions about the responsibility for the disaster; and the work conditions of the mostly Third World crew.