adamhanlon 0 Posted August 3, 2012 Wetpixel member John Bantin's magnum opus "Amazing Diving Stories" has been released and is now for sale at Amazon and other book stores. I'm sure the author will be along to tell us more about it soon In the meantime, here is the blurb from Amazon: "A collection of thrilling diving stories This hardback collection of thrilling stories makes for compelling reading for all divers. There’s everything from classic tales of wreck discoveries to encounters with beautiful and bizarre creatures beneath the waves. There are stories of death and disaster as well as bravery and triumph. Take the plunge to read about the diver who discovered how to put sharks in a trance and the marine biologist who lost a limb trying to proving that sharks he studied were safe to swim with. There’s the tale behind the Red Sea’s most famous wreck, as well the Titanic’s sister ship that keeps claiming divers’ lives. Read about the politician attacked by a turtle, the saltwater crocodile that lost a sub–aqua scuffle and the eel feeding frenzy that almost claimed a life. Rogue government officials from Mexico are exposed for unacceptable underwater behavior and officious dive instructors are given the slip to allow some extraordinary underwater exploration. Exciting and extreme tales rub shoulders with more poetic pieces about the people and places that make up the folklore of this fascinating sport. This global tour takes in everywhere from Indonesia to the Caribbean and from the chill waters of Northern Europe to the reefs of the Pacific. Stories of technical pioneers are accompanied by quirky tales of adventure beneath the waves. Every ocean of the world is explored making this essential reading – or a wonderful gift – for divers everywhere." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
John Bantin 101 Posted August 8, 2012 Thanks Adam, I read my first review on Amazon and was thrilled - until I realised that it was by my wife! That said, I do hope others will be thrilled by it and I have asked ther publisher to send you a review copy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gina 9 Posted August 8, 2012 I read my first review on Amazon and was thrilled - until I realised that it was by my wife! Hey, at least it wasn't a bad review That said, I do hope others will be thrilled by it I will be buying a copy when I next place a book order. I look forward to reading it! -Gina Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MikeVeitch 0 Posted August 11, 2012 Congrats John, looking forward to getting a copy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
John Bantin 101 Posted August 11, 2012 Congrats John, looking forward to getting a copy Mike Veitch: "Let the Frenchies do the feeding!" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MikeVeitch 0 Posted August 11, 2012 don't let anyone ever doubt my brain power Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
John Bantin 101 Posted September 20, 2012 (edited) Amazon in the USA are due to start delivering at the beginning of October. I'm sorry for any disappointing delays. The book was evidently well-thought of by Ben Davison of Undercurrent: http://www.wileynautical.com/view/0/amazingdivingstories.html#amazing_diving_stories_book_review Edited September 20, 2012 by John Bantin Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Deep6 7 Posted October 10, 2012 Ooo, did I miss this from the intrepid John Bantin? http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1119969298/undercutheconsum Bob Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
John Bantin 101 Posted October 10, 2012 I'm rather hoping Adam will write a review of the copy he has! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
John Bantin 101 Posted October 13, 2012 Now the best-selling scuba diving book on amazon in the UK. http://www.amazon.co.uk/Scuba-Diving-Water-Sports-Books/b/ref=dp_brlad_entry?ie=UTF8&node=10194081 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
John Bantin 101 Posted October 26, 2012 Doing pretty well in the USA (Thank you all), I'm told it will soon be available in Spanish! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
