Hound of the sea Wild man, wild waves, wild wisdom

Those not into surfing might not be familiar with Garrett McNamara (or GMac, as he's known). But he's a pretty interesting dude. He once surfed try to picture this a wave that was nearly 80 feet high. He set a world record for that feat and then broke it a couple of years later. Sure, the guy's an extremist who seeks out ever-increasing risks around the world, but here's the thing: he says he's not really in it for the thrills. He's in it for the inner strength and peace he gets from defeating the odds, facing his fears, and doing things that most people would shy away from. His autobiography isn't just for surfers, then; it's for anyone who's been looking for a way to overcome the insecurities and fears that are holding them back. An exciting, entertaining life story with an uplifting message.--Pitt, David Copyright 2016 Booklist