
The Deadly Deep
The Definitive History of Submarine Warfare
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Narrated by:
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Paul Ansdell
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By:
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Iain Ballantyne
This fascinating and comprehensive account reveals how an initially ineffectual underwater boat - originally derided and loathed in equal measure - evolved into the most powerful and terrifying vessel ever invented - with enough destructive power to end all life on Earth.
Iain Ballantyne considers the key episodes of submarine warfare and vividly describes the stories of brave individuals who have risked their lives under the sea, often with fatal consequences. His analysis of underwater conflict begins with Archimedes discovering the principle of buoyancy. This clandestine narrative then moves through the centuries and focuses on prolific characters with deadly motives, including David Bushnell, an American who devised the first combat submarine with the idea of attacking the British in 1775.
Today, nuclear-powered submarines are among the most complex, costly ships in existence. Armed with nuclear weapons, they have the ability to destroy millions of lives: They are the most powerful warships ever created. At the heart of this thrilling narrative lurks danger and power as we discover warfare's murkiest secrets.
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great account of total history of submarines
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How comprehensive the history of subs was
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the complete history of submarines is amazing
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The narrator was brilliant for most of the book, however he kept pronouncing "Leyte Gulf" as "Late Gulf". It was horribly distracting. Pronounced the city of Mobile, Alabama like "Mobile Home".
Narrator needs a pronunciation guide
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Lots of interesting detail
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Excellent overview of submarine warfare
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Fantastically Detailed
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Compelling history, biography and technology.
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Not the same old tales
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A detailed, little dry, history of submariners
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