Discover an Astonishing True Story of Daring and
Courage: A powerful testament to the magnitude of
human resilience, The King of the Coral Sea is a gripping narrative of Michael Fomenko’s legendary voyage. Witness the rugged strength that carried him through his darkest moments as he paddled a dugout canoe over one thousand nautical kilometers from Cairns, Australia, to Dutch New Guinea.
Faced with grueling physical effort, saltwater crocodiles lurking beneath the waves, and the ever-present danger of storms and jagged coral reefs, Michael never expected to encounter an additional foe: the Australian Government. Hounded by the press and victimized by a government that saw a white man living in the bush as a threat to the social order, Michael became determined to
triumph against the odds and complete his incredible feat.
Told with flowing prose, vivid imagery, and larger-than-life characters, best-selling author Robert Louis DeMayo invites readers to join Michael on
his eighteen-month-long solo journey. Shedding light on Michael’s fascinating and sometimes dangerous upbringing, The King of the Coral Sea explores the life and legacy of a real-life Tarzan, giving readers a never-before-seen glimpse into his personal Odyssey.
Most people, including the authorities, didn't think there was any way
Michael would complete his intended voyage to Dutch New Guinea.
Michael spent considerable time between Cairns and the Daintree River
before setting out on his epic journey.
Michael competing in sports, on his journey, and being escorted after being arrested.
The cover for The King of the Coral Sea was designed by Andrew Holman.