The Wager by David Grann | A Gripping True Story of Shipwreck, Survival, and Mutiny

The Wager by David Grann tells the extraordinary true story of a British warship that was wrecked off the coast of South America in the eighteenth century.

After surviving extreme conditions, the crew members faced hunger, isolation, and conflict. When some survivors eventually returned to England, competing accounts of what happened aboard the ship created a mystery involving survival, leadership, and mutiny.

Based on historical records and extensive research, Grann reconstructs an incredible maritime story filled with adventure, danger, and human conflict.

### Why Read The Wager?

– Discover an extraordinary true story
– Explore maritime history
– Experience a tale of survival
– Learn about exploration and shipwreck
– Uncover the mystery of competing accounts
– Explore leadership, loyalty, and mutiny