Macmillan Readers - Intermediate: The Perfect Storm

A simplified adaptation of Sebastian Junger's international best-seller about the worst storm in recent times.On 31st October, 1991, three powerful weather systems collided off the coast of Newfoundland. Caught in the mountainous seas and hurricane force winds are - amongst others - the swordfishing fleet from Gloucester, Massachusetts and a sailing yacht. Despite the combined forces of the U.S. and Canadian rescue services, the swordfishing boat Andrea Gail cannot be located and Captain Billy Tyne and his crew of six are feared lost.A blockbuster movie based on this story was released in 2000 starring George Clooney.