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Unknown Waters: A First-Hand Account of the Historic Under-ice Survey of the Siberian Continental Shelf by USS Queenfish (SSN-651) | 
 enlarge | Author: Alfred S Mclaren
Publisher: University Alabama Press
Category: Book
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Sales Rank: 85209
Media: Hardcover
Edition: 1
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Pages: 242
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.3
Dimensions (in): 9.4 x 6.1 x 1.1
ISBN: 0817316027
Dewey Decimal Number: 359.9330973
EAN: 9780817316020
ASIN: 0817316027
Publication Date: January 25, 2008
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A dangerous secret mission in the most hostile underwater environment on Earth! September 7, 2008
In 1970, CDR Alfred McLaren took the USS QUEENFISH, one of the Navy's most capable nuclear submarines, on a secret mission to to survey the Siberian Continental shelf. This journey took McLaren and his crew to the North Pole and back in a never before undertaken excursion. No submarine had ever been under the ice that long, and there was not a lot of knowledge on what to expect or what they would run into. From surprise icebergs to underwater "ice garages," McLaren's crew handled it with the professionalism and humor expected from the elite "Silent Service."
Complete with photos, artist's drawings, and personal anecdotes, this book gives an excellent account of the voyage and the difficulties faced. It is obvious that the author is both a master in the art of submarine warfare and also has deep love and respect for the arctic and the ocean. Though very technical at times, it is still relatively easy to follow and provides even readers unfamiliar to the world of submariners an interesting and enjoyable description of the voyage. It is a must read for anyone interested in the submarine community, including submarine veterans and future submariners.
Not-so-deep water July 30, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
CAPT McLaren's splendid account of USS QUEENFISH's historic under-ice survey is well-written and gripping. As a former submarine sailor and arm-chair Antarctica junkie---I had little difficulty translating the submarine-speak and ice-speak. Some who have reviewed made the point of the "trade language"---I would offer the potential reader the following: CAPT McLaren's explained (more than once) the more esoteric terms---and had the grace to include an exhaustive glossary. I plan to purchase this book for one of my children--who has never served on a boat---and advise marking the glossary for quick reference. The prose is somewhat repetitive, but the nature of their work was repetitive. CAPT McLaren managed to make a topic that had potential to be dull and boring into a riveting story of a time not so long ago when submarine skipper's had no leash. Based on the story and a few people of acquaintance who know of CAPT McLaren, I could recommend this book for up and coming leaders---regardless the vocation. By all accounts, CAPT McLaren was/is thoughtful, honest, and courageous---good attributes for anyone, particularly anyone in a position of leadership.
Highly recommended.
 I liked it July 25, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I liked this book. But then again I like stereo instructions. Not a lot of suspense or intrigue but seems to be a factual account of the under-ice survey of the continental shelf around the north pole. Written by the boats skipper don't look for a page turner. Written by a man who rightfully so garners the respect for the mission he and his men undertook, it's a slow book. Unless you have an interest in subs this might not be the book for you. But, if you have an interest in subs the book goes into a bit more detail in their operation then most.
 Good Arctic Info, But Dry Reading July 11, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
My husband, who likes to read naval history, reports that this is a fine book if you're interested in the subject. However, he said it's rather dry reading, not suited to the general reader. Good info on the Arctic Ocean and the giant icebergs at the top of the world.
Dry and tedious to laymen, but worth it June 18, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This book is a dry and tedious read for the layman, but with patience, turns out to be exciting and worth the read for those tenacious enough to stick with it. Anyone into accuracy, detail, and military protocol will appreciate this account of a dangerous and chilling (no pun intended) tremendous accomplishment.
There really is no other way to properly present this information. It does not need to be sensationalized, and I fear readers will be seeking a quick thrill and miss learning about this incredible accomplishment.
This book deserves appreciative readers!
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