Lost at Sea

On my first time out as a commercial fisherman, my boat sank, my captain died, and I was left adrift and alone in the Pacific. By Alec Frydman From the ⁠⁠⁠June 2025 issue⁠⁠⁠. Get more from your favorite Atlantic voices when you subscribe. You’ll enjoy unlimited access to Pulitzer-winning journalism, from clear-eyed analysis and insight on breaking news.