The Ship and the Storm: Hurricane Mitch and the Loss of the Fantome

The Fantome: A Heart-Rending Tale of Courage and Hubris at Sea is a must-read for anyone who has ever been captivated by the allure of the high seas.

This gripping account of the final days of the majestic schooner Fantome, which came face-to-face with one of the most savage storms in Atlantic history in October 1998, is a testament to the bravery and resilience of the human spirit.

Through extensive research and personal interviews, author Jim Carrier reconstructs the events of those fateful days in vivid detail, revealing the agony of command, the weight of lives versus wealth, and the advances of science versus the terrible power and unpredictability of nature.

A terrific book that will leave you on the edge of your seat, The Fantome is an outstanding work of nonfiction that will captivate and inspire readers of all ages.