"We're Not Afraid to Die... if We Can All Be Together" summary
"We're Not Afraid to Die... if We Can All Be Together" is a true story written by Gordon Cook . It describes the courage, determination, presence of mind, teamwork, and strong family bonds of a family that survives one of the most dangerous storms at sea. The narrator, Gordon Cook, and his wife, Mary, had always dreamed of sailing around the world in the same way as the famous explorer Captain James Cook. They spent sixteen years preparing for this adventure. During this time, they learned sailing techniques, gained experience, and carefully planned the voyage. Finally, they bought a strong, 23-metre-long, 30-ton wooden ship called Wave Walker . Before beginning their world tour, they tested the ship for several months in rough weather to make sure it was fit for the long journey. In July 1976 , Gordon, Mary, and their two children, Jonathan , aged six, and Sue , aged seven, started their journey from Plymouth, England . The first stage of the voyage, from England to C...