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Decades of isolation from tourism and development have left Cuba's coral reefs among the most pristine in the world, an "exceptionalism" that stands in stark contrast to the island nation's poverty and political situation. Famed diver/photographer Robert "Snorkel Bob" Wintner showcases these magnificent reefs with his astounding underwater images, while also capturing terrestrial life in the cities and villages of the island nation.Reef Libre is not a travelogue, but asks the big questions after a lifetime of isolation - can Cuba's reefs still thrive? Nearly 400 stills, a compelling narrative, and a DVD capture this delicate time in reef history. Reef Libre: The Movie is a mini-documentary which encompasses this pivotal moment - from the streets to the reefs.
About the Author
Robert Wintner's fiction tends to be led by characters seeking reason in nature. Two of his novels were optioned for movie production in Los Angeles (The Modern Outlaws and Whirlaway) .Whirlaway was a Maui County hot book listing for 15 years. One recent novel In a Sweet Magnolia Time (Permanent Press, 2007) , was nominated for a Pulitzer Prize, and a recent story collection--Wintner's Reserve--was a Book 'n a Beach Chair of the Month Main Selection. Wintner is a focused reef recovery against the saltwater aquarium trade. Recent titles include the novel, Flame Angels, 2 memoirs, 1969 and Then Some Brainstorm, and a 4th reef photography book with a compelling political narrative, Reef Libre, An In-Depth Look at Cuban Exceptionalism & the Last, Best Reefs in the World.
