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Diving for Gold on North America's Death Coast
Berkley
June 2012
On Sale: June 5, 2012
304 pages
ISBN: 0425247384
EAN: 9780425247389
Kindle: B0074VTHB6
Hardcover / e-Book
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Non-Fiction
For over four decades, Captain Robert MacKinnon has reclaimed sunken treasures from the dangerous shallow waters along Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotiaβs Atlantic coast. Known as the Death Coast for its treacherous reefs and violent currents, the rocky bottom is layered with shipwrecks and untold riches. In short, itβs a treasure hunterβs paradise. The shipwrecks in these rough waters can be piled three deep, and some date back to the 1700s. Braving powerful currents, deadly storms, and jagged reefs, Captain MacKinnon and his diving teams plunge into frigid waters in search of gold and silver coins, bullion, and historical artifacts. In Treasure Hunter, Robert MacKinnon recounts the risks and challengesβ both nautical and legalβin exploring shipwrecks dating back to the War of 1812 and before the Revolutionary War. As he salvages the secrets of the sea, MacKinnon vividly captures the excitement of discovery and conveys his passion for preservation. A compelling chronicle of modernday adventure, Treasure Hunter is a fascinating voyage into an amazing undersea world.
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