Kevin Fedarko
The Emerald Mile: The Epic Story of the Fastest Ride in History Through the Heart of the Grand Canyon
- ISBN 13:
- 9781439159866
- author:
- Kevin Fedarko
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Scribner Book Company
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Pages:
- 417
- Dimensions:
- 14 x 3 x 21.3 cm
- Genre:
- Biography, Historical, United States
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Emerald Mile: A Thrilling True Tale of Adventure and Survival. In the spring of 1983, a team of engineers at the Glen Canyon Dam faced an unprecedented emergency that threatened the dam's stability. Amidst this crisis, a small wooden dory named "The Emerald Mile" was launched at the head of the Grand Canyon, with the goal of setting a record for the fastest boat ride through the canyon. The mission seemed suicidal, but Kenton Grua, the man at the oars, was determined to make it happen. The Emerald Mile's journey was a test of human endurance and ingenuity. With the Colorado River raging behind him, Grua navigated the treacherous waters, driven by a mix of skill, luck, and sheer determination. The outcome was far from certain, but one thing was clear: this was a story of survival against all odds. This gripping account of the Emerald Mile's epic feat is a testament to the power of human spirit and the allure of adventure.
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