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Treasure Ship: The Amazing Story of Sunken Gold, Greed, and Adventure
Dennis M. Powers's latest historical nonfiction book, "Treasure Ship: The Legend and Legacy of the S.S. Brother Jonathan," centers on a tragic shipwreck tale that spans nearly 150 years of history.
Ashland, OR (PRWEB) April 23, 2007 -- When the S.S. Brother Jonathan was lost at sea in 1865 after striking an uncharted reef off the coast of Northern California, it was then the worst West Coast maritime disaster ever. The ship held over $50 million in gold, but its final resting place eluded treasure seekers for 125 years, until high-school teacher Don Knight discovered the Jonathan in a difficult adventure that finally ended before the U.S. Supreme Court. Dennis M. Powers studies the Jonathan's complete and riveting history in his book, "Treasure Ship: The Legend and Legacy of the S.S. Brother Jonathan" (ISBN 0806527471, Citadel Press Books, 2006).
The remarkable 1993 discovery of the Jonathan caught Powers's attention through a front-page article in the San Francisco Chronicle, "1865 Ship Discovered: Gold, Booze, and Camels on Board." Powers says he immediately knew that this was his type of story. He begins "Treasure Ship" with an in-depth look at the ship's final journey and the fascinating backgrounds of those onboard. Only 19 of the 244 passengers survived.
"Treasure Ship" quickly draws readers into this intense, in-the-moment drama. After decades of searching and once the ship was found, everyone wanted to own part of the gold. The State of California sued for ownership of the Jonathan in a series of legal battles that lasted four years, finally landing in the Supreme Court where a landmark decision held in favor of the treasure hunters. At the same time, the divers who searched for the sunken gold were faced with underwater challenges of their own, including having to work in crushing darkness with hungry predators and even a twenty-foot octopus.
"Understanding history provides us with a window into the future," Powers says. "What still amazes me is that regardless of time, people still have the same motivations, whether it is to experience a grand adventure, save another in peril, or find a hidden treasure. Given this common denominator, the past and the present merge with the future and we gain understanding--as well as hopefully enjoying a good tale along the way."
Dennis M. Powers resides in Ashland, Oregon. He holds degrees from the University of Colorado in Boulder, the University of Denver Law School and Harvard Business School. His career spanned the investment, financial and law fields until 1995, when he decided to become a teacher and focus on his writing. He has authored six other books and his eighth, "Sentinel of the Seas," will be published in August. "Treasure Ship: The Legend and Legacy of the S.S. Brother Jonathan" (ISBN 0806527471, Citadel Press Books, 2006) can be purchased through local and online bookstores. For more information, visit www.dennispowersbooks.com. Publicity contact: www.readerviews.com. Review copies available upon request.
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All Press Releases for April 23, 2007 Subscribe to this News Feed
Treasure Ship: The Amazing Story of Sunken Gold, Greed, and Adventure
Dennis M. Powers's latest historical nonfiction book, "Treasure Ship: The Legend and Legacy of the S.S. Brother Jonathan," centers on a tragic shipwreck tale that spans nearly 150 years of history.
Ashland, OR (PRWEB) April 23, 2007 -- When the S.S. Brother Jonathan was lost at sea in 1865 after striking an uncharted reef off the coast of Northern California, it was then the worst West Coast maritime disaster ever. The ship held over $50 million in gold, but its final resting place eluded treasure seekers for 125 years, until high-school teacher Don Knight discovered the Jonathan in a difficult adventure that finally ended before the U.S. Supreme Court. Dennis M. Powers studies the Jonathan's complete and riveting history in his book, "Treasure Ship: The Legend and Legacy of the S.S. Brother Jonathan" (ISBN 0806527471, Citadel Press Books, 2006).
The remarkable 1993 discovery of the Jonathan caught Powers's attention through a front-page article in the San Francisco Chronicle, "1865 Ship Discovered: Gold, Booze, and Camels on Board." Powers says he immediately knew that this was his type of story. He begins "Treasure Ship" with an in-depth look at the ship's final journey and the fascinating backgrounds of those onboard. Only 19 of the 244 passengers survived.
"Treasure Ship" quickly draws readers into this intense, in-the-moment drama. After decades of searching and once the ship was found, everyone wanted to own part of the gold. The State of California sued for ownership of the Jonathan in a series of legal battles that lasted four years, finally landing in the Supreme Court where a landmark decision held in favor of the treasure hunters. At the same time, the divers who searched for the sunken gold were faced with underwater challenges of their own, including having to work in crushing darkness with hungry predators and even a twenty-foot octopus.
"Understanding history provides us with a window into the future," Powers says. "What still amazes me is that regardless of time, people still have the same motivations, whether it is to experience a grand adventure, save another in peril, or find a hidden treasure. Given this common denominator, the past and the present merge with the future and we gain understanding--as well as hopefully enjoying a good tale along the way."
Dennis M. Powers resides in Ashland, Oregon. He holds degrees from the University of Colorado in Boulder, the University of Denver Law School and Harvard Business School. His career spanned the investment, financial and law fields until 1995, when he decided to become a teacher and focus on his writing. He has authored six other books and his eighth, "Sentinel of the Seas," will be published in August. "Treasure Ship: The Legend and Legacy of the S.S. Brother Jonathan" (ISBN 0806527471, Citadel Press Books, 2006) can be purchased through local and online bookstores. For more information, visit www.dennispowersbooks.com. Publicity contact: www.readerviews.com. Review copies available upon request.
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