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Blind Descent
In the same way that I do not have any interest in climbing Mount Everest, I have no interest in descending into to the deepest depths of the earth - in a dark cave no less. But read about it ? Absolutely. Blind Descent chronicles caving explorations that are attempting to find the deepest cave on earth. Tabor outlines the efforts of two men who are racing to be the first to explore the deepest cave - American Bill Stone, and Ukrainian Alexander Klimchouk. The descriptions in his book are both breathtaking and unbelievable. What these caving and diving teams are enduring in the name of science, and adventure, is astonishing. Tabor offers a well-rounded description of both men and their respective caving expeditions, both positive and not so positive. He discusses the personal and professional impact that their work has had on their lives. This was an exciting and informative read. On a personal note, I was drawn to this book because I have a friend who worked with Bill Stone as part of the Wakulla Springs Mapping Project in Florida. It was fun to get his input as I read through the book.
