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Book Details

• Publisher: Mehta Publishing House

• Author: Lynne Cox

• Translators: Vidula Tokekar

• Language: Marathi (Translated from English)

• Edition: 2nd Edition

• Publishing Year: March 2009

• ISBN: 9788184980004

• Pages: 104

• Cover: Paperback

• Category: Biography & True Stories

About the Book

"Swimming to Antarctica" by Lynne Cox is a heart-stirring tale of endurance, compassion, and an extraordinary encounter in the open ocean. The book takes readers on a gripping journey that begins with a routine swim in freezing waters and leads to an unforgettable experience involving a young baby gray whale.

On a cool, early morning, Lynne, swimming in waters a chilly 55 degrees, finds herself followed by a mysterious creature. At first, it feels like a white shark is accompanying her, but to her amazement, it turns out to be a young gray whale calf. Weighing only 18 feet long, the whale is migrating from its birthplace to the feeding grounds in the Bering Sea, facing an 8,000-mile journey. Stranded in the vast ocean, this baby whale depends on its mother’s milk for survival, making it imperative for Lynne to find its mother before the calf succumbs to dehydration and starvation.

This true-life adventure highlights the delicate balance of nature and the urgent need to protect these majestic creatures. Cox's courage and dedication to saving the whale bring this story to life, blending mystery with a magical tale of survival. Readers are taken through a powerful emotional experience as Lynne struggles against the odds to save the whale and witness the bond between human and animal in the vast, unforgiving ocean.

"Swimming to Antarctica" is more than a thrilling adventure; it's a testament to human compassion and the strength of the natural world. A must-read for animal lovers and adventure seekers alike, this book offers a unique perspective on the fragile lives of whales and the wonders of the ocean.