So many books have been written about renowned treasure hunter Mel Fisher that readers have to wonder if there's room in the bookcase for another one.
Without doubt, the latest book is different. Author Pat Clyne was not just a member of Fisher's Golden Crew. He was a close friend of Mel's and remains even closer to his family today.
Thus readers can see family photos never published, anecdotes never told, and personal feelings revealed for the first time. Pat sheds new light on the Senora de Atocha and the events leading up to Mel's 17-year search for the elusive Spanish galleon. It's all here, told in an accomplished writing style that starts with Mel's birth in Hobart, Indiana, 1922.
Rare photos show Mel in his military uniform—serving in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in WWII—and his wife Deo on their Torrance, California, chicken farm. Montana-born Dolores (Deo) Horton became Mrs. Mel Fisher in 1953 and their honeymoon in Key West, Florida, fueled a desire to settle in the Sunshine State.
But 10 years would pass before they made the move, during which time the Fisher clan increased with the births of Dirk, Kim, Kane and Taffi. All the kids became accomplished divers.
The Fisher's moved to Florida in the late 1950s to fulfill his treasure dreams. More than 30 years passed until his "Today's the Day" mantra came true. In July 1985, the $400 million Atocha motherlode was discovered but it didn't go without supreme sacrifices.
In 1975, the Fishers lost their son, Dirk, in a freak accident at sea. Throughout the years they faced creditors, boat problems, lawyers' fees and state government bureaucrats who shut down his operation. But after seven years, Mel won a stunning victory in the United State Supreme Court.
Pat Clyne's story and photos remain a tribute and inspiration to the family from an author who lived the life he writes about.
Copies of the book may be purchased online at amazon.com. Autographed copies can be purchased from the Mel Fisher Gift Shop at: www.melfisher.com/treasuresales/store/scripts/prodView.asp?idproduct=577
The Atocha Odyssey website is
www.AtochaOdyssey.com
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