Articoli correlati a Blood Ransom: Stories from the Front Line in the War...
Sinossi
For the first time in history, the navies of every superpower on the planet have united against a common enemy - a couple of thousand rag tag underfed men and boys. Crammed together in tiny open boats, they range up to a thousand miles from their home shores. Armed with ancient AK47s and rocket propelled grenades, they scour the western Indian Ocean. No-one knows how many simply die at sea. But occasionally these modern-day pirates hit the jackpot, seizing vessels and crews that will be ransomed for millions of dollars. This is a war that's estimated to cost the world economy $18 billion every year, and has so far seemed impossible to win. John Boyle is a lawyer turned filmmaker. Whilst filming for National Geographic on the war against the Somali pirates, he found himself meeting victims on every side, and being drawn into the incredibly complex situation. The phenomenon of modern-day piracy has horrified the world; the Somalis being demonised and released hostages gaining near celebrity status. But few people have any understanding of the overall picture, and in this book John takes us with him on his investigation, giving us a unique insight into the ongoing war. John builds up the story using his experiences on the ground and interviews with key figures, including prosecution and defence lawyers, a prison governor, pirates serving life sentences, freed hostages, and a skipper of a Maersk containership identical to that captured in the Captain Philips film. Each chapter strips back the well-known issues to the gritty realities underneath them: Somalia's recent history; why young men and boys are choosing to risk their lives and freedom at sea; the reality of being a modern-day pirate; the tactics and technologies being used by the international navies and shipping vessels; capture and trial; and what happens next.
Le informazioni nella sezione "Riassunto" possono far riferimento a edizioni diverse di questo titolo.
- EditoreAdlard Coles
- Data di pubblicazione2015
- ISBN 10 147292004X
- ISBN 13 9781472920041
- RilegaturaCopertina flessibile
- Numero di pagine304
Compra usato
Condizioni: molto buonoThe book has been read, but is... Scopri di più su questo articolo
EUR 1,94
Spese di spedizione:
EUR 5,72
Da: Regno Unito a: U.S.A.
Altre edizioni note dello stesso titolo
I migliori risultati di ricerca su AbeBooks
Foto dell'editore
Blood Ransom: Stories from the Front Line in the War against Somali Piracy
Da: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, Regno Unito
Valutazione del venditore 5 su 5 stelle
Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Codice articolo GOR006994215
Quantità: 2 disponibili
Immagini fornite dal venditore
Blood Ransom: Stories from the Front Line in the War against Somali Piracy
Da: WeBuyBooks, Rossendale, LANCS, Regno Unito
Valutazione del venditore 5 su 5 stelle
Condizione: LikeNew. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. Codice articolo wbs2796766268
Quantità: 1 disponibili
Immagini fornite dal venditore
Blood Ransom: Stories from the Front Line in the War against Somali Piracy
Da: WeBuyBooks, Rossendale, LANCS, Regno Unito
Valutazione del venditore 5 su 5 stelle
Condizione: Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. Codice articolo wbs7338078386
Quantità: 1 disponibili
Foto dell'editore
Blood Ransom: Stories from the Front Line in the War Against Somali Piracy
Editore:
A and C Black (Childrens books), 2015
ISBN 10: 147292004X
ISBN 13: 9781472920041
Antico o usato
Paperback
Da: Brit Books, Milton Keynes, Regno Unito
Valutazione del venditore 5 su 5 stelle
Paperback. Condizione: Used; Very Good. ***Simply Brit*** Welcome to our online used book store, where affordability meets great quality. Dive into a world of captivating reads without breaking the bank. We take pride in offering a wide selection of used books, from classics to hidden gems, ensuring there is something for every literary palate. All orders are shipped within 24 hours and our lightning fast-delivery within 48 hours coupled with our prompt customer service ensures a smooth journey from ordering to delivery. Discover the joy of reading with us, your trusted source for affordable books that do not compromise on quality. Codice articolo 3703659
Quantità: 1 disponibili
Immagini fornite dal venditore
Blood Ransom: Stories From the Front Line in the War Against Somali Piracy
Editore:
Bloomsbury, London, 2015
ISBN 10: 147292004X
ISBN 13: 9781472920041
Antico o usato
Trade Paperback
Prima edizione
Da: Great Southern Books, King River, WA, Australia
Valutazione del venditore 4 su 5 stelle
Trade Paperback. Condizione: Fine. First Edition. First impression. Size: Octavo (standard book size). 298 pages. Text body is clean, and free from previous owner annotation, underlining and highlighting. Binding is tight, covers and spine fully intact. No foxing in this copy. A fine unread copy. This book is available and ready to be shipped. For the first time in history, the navies of the world have united against a common enemy - a couple of thousand rag-tag, underfed men and boys in the western Indian Ocean. Crammed into open boats and armed with ancient AK-47s, they range up to a thousand miles from home shores in Somalia. No one knows how many die at sea. But occasionally they hit the jackpot, seizing vessels and crews to be ransomed for millions of dollars. This is a war that has estimated to have cost the global economy as much as $18 billion in a single year. Lawyer turned award-winning filmmaker John Boyle takes us with him in this investigation into modern-day piracy. We meet all those involved - from pirates to presidents, naval commanders to negotiators, and heroes to hostages. He addresses why these young men are choosing to risk their lives and freedom; the reality of life as a pirate; the defense tactics used by the international navies and shipping vessels; and what happens next . Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: Under 1 kilogram. Category: True Crime; Somalia; Modern; International Affairs, Politics, Terrorism. ISBN: . ISBN/EAN: 9781472920041. Pictures of this item not already displayed here available upon request. Inventory No: 8616. Codice articolo 8616
Quantità: 1 disponibili