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One Breath is a gripping exploration of the intense sport of freediving and the tragic death of America's greatest freediver. Competitive freediving tests human limits in the ocean's depths, where divers plunge hundreds of feet, facing immense pressure and darkness. Among these elite athletes, few have reached the depths achieved by Nicholas Mevoli, a talented American freediver known for his extraordinary skills and charisma. Nick stood out not only for his talent but also for his quest for authenticity in a commoditized world. At the 2013 Vertical Blue competition, expectations were high for Nick to challenge records and continue his ascent in the sport. However, tragedy struck when he died during the event, raising serious questions about the future of freediving. With masterful prose and unparalleled access, the narrative delves into Nick's life, his passion for freediving, and the sport that ultimately led to his demise. This poignant story captures the allure and dangers of freediving, revealing the profound impact of Nick's journey on both the sport and those who knew him.
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One Breath, Adam Skolnick
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- Released
- 2016
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- Title
- One Breath
- Subtitle
- Freediving, Death, and the Quest to Shatter Human Limits
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Adam Skolnick
- Publisher
- Crown Archetype
- Released
- 2016
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 336
- ISBN10
- 0553447483
- ISBN13
- 9780553447484
- Series
- Tags
- Non-Fiction, True Stories, Biographies, Nature, Self-Help, Medicine, Adventure, Sports, Sport & Outdoor, Health & Fitness, Death, Fitness & Training, Desire, Sports Biographies, Survival, Fitness, Training, Diving, Divers, Freediving
- First published
- 2016
- Original title
- One Breath: Freediving, Death, and the Quest to Shatter Human Limits
- Rating
- 3.65 out of 5
- Description
- One Breath is a gripping exploration of the intense sport of freediving and the tragic death of America's greatest freediver. Competitive freediving tests human limits in the ocean's depths, where divers plunge hundreds of feet, facing immense pressure and darkness. Among these elite athletes, few have reached the depths achieved by Nicholas Mevoli, a talented American freediver known for his extraordinary skills and charisma. Nick stood out not only for his talent but also for his quest for authenticity in a commoditized world. At the 2013 Vertical Blue competition, expectations were high for Nick to challenge records and continue his ascent in the sport. However, tragedy struck when he died during the event, raising serious questions about the future of freediving. With masterful prose and unparalleled access, the narrative delves into Nick's life, his passion for freediving, and the sport that ultimately led to his demise. This poignant story captures the allure and dangers of freediving, revealing the profound impact of Nick's journey on both the sport and those who knew him.