Klaas Doornbos's 'Amstelvin' meticulously recounts the gripping true story of a tragic maritime disaster. This historical account details the dramatic sinking of a Dutch vessel, the Amstelvin, off the rugged coast of Oman in the year 1763. Doornbos delves into the circumstances leading up to the shipwreck, the desperate struggle for survival of its crew, and the aftermath of this significant event in naval history. The book offers a fascinating glimpse into 18th-century seafaring, trade routes, and the perils faced by sailors, providing valuable insights into a largely forgotten chapter of Dutch-Omani relations.