The Penguin Book of the Ocean – James Bradley (editor) I enjoy anthologies for more than one reason. They are excellent companions during times of stress and business; a short attention span is no hindrance…

It is true to say sharks are in trouble worldwide. Almost any attention to their plight is a step in the right direction. Sadly all too often the attention the sharks receive in the media…

Dive South Africa – Al J. Venter & John H. Visser Veteran war correspondent (and veteran scuba diver) Al J. Venter has written over 35 books – chiefly about the various conflicts and wars he…

The premise is simple (if contrived): a land-based historian (Jeremy Seal) and an “intrepid diver” (Miranda Krestovnikoff) attempt to resolve mysteries (identity, manner of sinking, date and reason for wrecking, and so on) surrounding various…

Fatally Flawed: The Quest to be Deepest – Verna van Schaik Verna van Schaik holds the record for the deepest dive on scuba by a woman, to 221 metres in a water-filled cave called Boesmansgat…