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Great Lakes Disaster and Life's Late Bloomers: Today's Top 3 New Releases

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 To view these books on Amazon, click the book titles.” Are you new here? Here’s the explainer.As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.The Gales of November: The Untold Story of the Edmund FitzgeraldAuthor: John U. BaconMaritime History On November 10, 1975, the SS Edmund Fitzgerald—the largest, most powerful freighter on the Great Lakes—vanished into Lake Superior during one of the most violent storms in the region’s history. All 29 crew members perished, and the tragedy has remained shrouded in mystery for nearly fifty years. 🌊John U. Bacon, bestselling author of The Great Halifax Explosion, delivers the definitive account of this maritime disaster, combining meticulous research with deeply human storytelling. For the first time, the families of the lost crew share their stories, bringing unprecedented depth to a tragedy that has captivated the American imagination for half a century.💡 Why This Book Matters🏭 The Great Lakes’ Golden AgeIn the decades following World War II, the Great Lakes region became the beating heart of the global economy—rivaling today’s Silicon Valley in economic influence and innovation. The Edmund Fitzgerald represented the apex of this era: 729 feet long, built to dominate the waters, and designed to carry the iron ore that fueled American industrial might.⛈️ The Storm of the CenturyThe storm that struck on November 10, 1975 remains one of the most ferocious ever recorded on the Great Lakes. Winds exceeded 100 miles per hour, waves towered 50 feet high, and the Mighty Fitz found itself in the worst possible location at the worst possible time.💔 Voices from the LostWhat sets this book apart is Bacon’s unprecedented access to the families of the 29 men who went down with the ship. Through extensive interviews and painstaking research, he brings their stories to life in ways no previous account has achieved. These weren’t just crew members—they were fathers, sons, brothers, and husbands whose loss echoes to this day.⭐ Critical AcclaimThe book has earned rave reviews from critics and readers alike:* New York Times Bestseller — Recognition from America’s most prestigious literary institution* Hampton Sides, bestselling author of The Wide Wide Sea and In the Kingdom of Ice, called it “A work of spectral beauty destined to be a classic.”* The Wall Street Journal praised Bacon’s reporting: “The Untold Story of the Edmund Fitzgerald has been told and retold by authors and bards. But never has it been told better than by Mr. Bacon in this colorful and compelling book.... Dead men tell no tales, but their loved ones do. Mr. Bacon tracked them down and listened.”* Compared to modern maritime classics like Sebastian Junger’s The Perfect Storm, Erik Larsen’s Dead Wake, and Nathaniel Philbrick’s In the Heart of the Sea👥 Who Should Read This BookThe Gales of November will captivate:* Maritime history enthusiasts seeking the definitive account of one of America’s most famous shipwrecks* Fans of narrative nonfiction who appreciate deeply researched, beautifully written true stories* Great Lakes residents and historians interested in the region’s industrial heritage* Readers who loved The Perfect Storm, Dead Wake, and similar maritime disasters* Anyone fascinated by mysteries that have captivated America for generations🎯 Final ThoughtsFifty years after the Edmund Fitzgerald’s final voyage, John U. Bacon has written the book that the tragedy deserves—and that the families of the lost crew have been waiting for. This is more than a story about a shipwreck; it’s about an era of American industrial dominance, the unforgiving power of nature, and the enduring human cost of maritime commerce.Whether you know the story from Gordon Lightfoot’s haunting ballad or you’re discovering it for the first time, The Gales of November offers a powerful, deeply moving account that will stay with you long after you turn the final page.Unseen: How I Lost My Vision but Found My VoiceAuthor: Molly BurkeNEW RELEASEMemoirs of WomenThis is a vulnerable, honest, and often humorous memoir by social media star and disability advocate Molly Burke.The book chronicles her life navigating a sighted world after being diagnosed at age four with retinitis pigmentosa, a rare degenerative eye disease that eventually led to her complete blindness by age 14.Key Themes and Journey:* The Loss of Vision and Community: Burke recounts the early challenges of her diagnosis and the sudden, painful loss of friends and community after her vision worsened. She details how she fought against the limitations imposed on her by others, including relentless bullying, but refused to let her disability define her.* Finding a Voice and Platform: The memoir highlights her journey from a teenager struggling with isolation to becoming a powerful, global voice. She recounts turning to the internet and creating a YouTube channel to build a community and fill the...
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