Synopses & Reviews
Acclaimed as the premier chronicler of Americas complex relationship with our oceans” (Honolulu Weekly), David Helvarg has also been a war correspondent, investigative journalist, documentary producer, and private investigator. The one constant in this adventurous life has been love for the sea. This eloquent and honestly told tale of the changes in one mans journey and the worlds ocean over the last half-century is a profound, startling, and sometimes surprisingly funny reflection of the state of our seas and the intimate ways in which our lives are all linked to the natural world around us. From bodysurfing in Central American war zones, diving barrier reefs, and literally bumping into a whale off Antarctica, Helvargs story will captivate not only ocean lovers and activists but anyone who appreciates a life well lived and a tale well told.
Review
A great read from an outstanding writer.” — Philippe Cousteau
An inspiring read. And an important one.” — San Francisco Chronicle
An elegant memoir of a meaningful life.” — Kirkus Reviews
Review
Amazing and often heartrending adventures in and around the ocean...A great read from an outstanding writer.”
— Philippe Cousteau, ocean explorer
Read Saved by the Sea for pleasure, read it for adventure, read it because it conveys the gift of being allowed to slip into David Helvargs world and view the ocean, and humankind, with profound new understanding. But beware: This book has the power to change the way you think about the world, about yourself, and about the future of humankind.”
— Sylvia Earle, ocean explorer and author of The World Is Blue
This is a love story, filled as most of them are with a certain amount of pain and a great deal of pleasure. David Helvarg has done an awful lot to protect the worlds oceans, not least this fine piece of writing!”
— Bill McKibben, author of The End of Nature
An elegant memoir of a meaningful life.”
— Kirkus Reviews
In this powerful story of love, loss, and resolve, Helvarg bares his heart and takes us through his life and across the oceans, letting us see that the antidote to all is simply to have something to believe in, and a cause to serve.”
— Carl Safina, author of Song for the Blue Ocean
An inspiring read. And an important one.”
— San Francisco Chronicle
About the Author
David Helvarg, the author of books including Rescue Warriors, 50 Ways to Save the Ocean, and The Golden Shore, founded and is executive director of the Blue Frontier Campaign. He lives in the San Francisco Bay Area.