Sea Witch

Alistair Maclean (1922–1987) is a British writer, author of 28 thrillers and adventure stories, and a screenwriter. His name is widely known to readers around the world. Maclean's books have sold over 150 million copies, and 18 films have been... made based on his novels, scripts, and plots. In 1983, the University of Glasgow awarded the writer an honorary doctorate in literature.
A former sailor in the royal navy, Alistair Maclean is in his element when he writes about the sea and the brave souls who navigate its expanses.
The unique oil platform called "Sea Witch" is the center of a huge empire and the pride of its billionaire owner, the predatory and ruthless Lord Worth. Now he fears no rivals. However, they are not idle, and soon a man appears who wants to settle personal scores with Worth. He kidnaps the magnate's daughters and puts forward his demands... The novel "Sea Witch" became a bestseller according to the "New York Times".
The collection "Desert Sea" covers the entire creative path of the master. Here are all of Maclean's sea-themed stories, including those that were not published during his lifetime.