Innocent Bystander : Lessons from the abyss

A white-knuckle epic, this is a true account of facing grave danger with humour, hope and optimism that weaves a spectacular tapestry from the world of cultures we live amidst. Born from the offshore oil industry that flows around the globe, this seat-of-your-pants thriller confronts all manner of catastrophes and events that live in global infamy—such as the Piper Alpha disaster, Vargas tragedy, and Al-Khobar massacre. Journey with Murfy as he gains knowledge, builds perspective and critical thinking on an expedition to the extremes of human experience. Adventure, drama, irony, and horror—but most of all humour—come together in this swashbuckling, globetrotting yet thought-provoking roller-coaster. A poignant story of optimism in the face of calamity, Innocent Bystander brings life-lessons from the abyss, leaving readers with knowledge, resilience, empathy and a broader appreciation of the world-at-large and the risk within everyday living.