The Story of a Shipwrecked Sailor

- Originally published as a series of newspaper articles, this first edition copy of Gabriel Garcia Marquez's spellbinding novel tells the true story of an ill-fated Columbian destroyer that embarked in 1955. - The book recounts the experience of the ship's lone survivor, who relayed his tale to Marquez after spending 10 days alone at sea, battling to survive amidst the loss of his crewmates, hallucinations, hunger, and the daily arrival of sharks ready to feed. - The perfect gift for the adventure lover, this edition features a fantastic, riveting cover design. - Excellent vintage condition, please see our detailed photos.