An epic journey through forgotten wrecks, messages in bottles and submerged treasures. Leonardo D’Imporzano reveal the secrets hidden in the depths of the oceans.
From the ancient naval battles of Salamina to modern underwater explorations, Wreckages weaves stories of men and ships that marked the history of mankind. Following the steps of explorers, scientists and treasures hunters, we discover that every single wreck is a time capsule waiting to be opened. Telling about legendary shipwrecks and contemporary rescue missions, Wreckages invites us to explore an underwater world where history, science and adventure blend together in a unique and exciting story.
By combining meticulous historical research and catching narrative, the author brings to light forgotten events like the tragic shipwreck of Pollux, the mysterious disappearance of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry and the incredible story of the “Friendly Floaters”. Every chapter unveil a new aspect of the complex relationship between men and the sea, turning archeological remains and historical documents into vivid and engaging tales.
The sea is also a bearer of memory, an archive that is yet to be explored to the end.
Leonardo D’Imporzano, journalist and scientific popularizer, is the head of Il Mondo Sommerso, a major paper about underwater. Decorated as Cavaliere al Merito of Italy because of his commitment to preserving the underwater environment, he also received the prize ‘Cittadino Europeo’ (2023) from the European Parliament, and is Tridente d’Oro of Accademia Internazionale di Scienze e Tecniche Subacquee. He is also a member of the prestigious ‘The Explorers Club’ of New York. He published L’Orecchio del subacqueo 2010 (IRECO), Le Cinque Terre con le pinne 2012 (Magenes), SubPuntoCom (ebook, 2014) Palombiro. Pagine del fondo 2014 (Magenes).
ISBN: 9791255481287
Pub date: november 2025
Extent: 208 pp