2007, ISBN: 9781119977865

A lifetime of reflections on the joys, terrors, and triumphs of sailing?from Britains greatest yachtsmanThe first man to sail solo and non-stop around the world, in 1969, Robin Knox-Johns… More...

A lifetime of reflections on the joys, terrors, and triumphs of sailing?from Britains greatest yachtsmanThe first man to sail solo and non-stop around the world, in 1969, Robin Knox-Johnston instantly became an international legend. In addition to setting other global sailing records, he has led sailing expeditions to far flung destinations, amassing a breadth of experience few can equal. In his new book, a compilation of his monthly articles in Yachting World, Sir Robin shares his thoughts on the majesty, mystery, and dangers of sailing the open seas. He describes the Joy of the Solo Sailor as well as the realities of safety at sea and life on board a yacht, recalling his escape from a perfect storm, night terrors and waves capable of devouring a ship. Allows readers to experience the joys (going round the Horn of Africa in a day) of sailing, as well as close calls Sheds light on the role of the media and sailing as well as the changing face of sailingA fascinating record of heroic and larger-than-life exploits from Britains most famous celebrated yachtsman, Knox-Johnston on Sailing is a fascinating account of one mans quest for physical challenge and adventure?and the rewards they offer.Sir Robin Knox-Johnstons is Britains greatest living yachtsman. He became internationally famous in 1969 as the first person to sail solo and non-stop around the world.He went on to set further global sailing records and completed his last solo circumnavigation in 2007. In between he has led sailing expeditions to far flung destinations and continues to work promoting sailing and ocean racing for amateur and professional yachtsmen and women.He has a regular show on BBC Radio Solent and makes regular TV appearances, such as on the BBCs Top Dogswith John Simpson and Ranulph Fiennes.[PU:Wiley]<

2011, ISBN: 9781119977865

A lifetime of reflections on the joys, terrors, and triumphs of sailing?from Britain's greatest yachtsmanThe first man to sail solo and non-stop around the world, in 1969, Robin Knox-John… More...

A lifetime of reflections on the joys, terrors, and triumphs of sailing?from Britain's greatest yachtsmanThe first man to sail solo and non-stop around the world, in 1969, Robin Knox-Johnston instantly became an international legend. In addition to setting other global sailing records, he has led sailing expeditions to far flung destinations, amassing a breadth of experience few can equal. In. A lifetime of reflections on the joys, terrors, and triumphs of sailing?from Britain's greatest yachtsmanThe first man to sail solo and non-stop around the world, in 1969, Robin Knox-Johnston instantly became an international legend. In addition to setting other global sailing records, he has led sailing expeditions to far flung destinations, amassing a breadth of experience few can equal. In his new book, a compilation of his monthly articles in Yachting World, Sir Robin shares his thoughts on the majesty, mystery, and dangers of sailing the open seas. He describes the "Joy of the Solo Sailor" as well as the realities of safety at sea and life on board a yacht, recalling his escape from a perfect storm, night terrors and waves capable of devouring a ship. Allows readers to experience the joys (going round the Horn of Africa in a day) of sailing, as well as close calls Sheds light on the role of the media and sailing as well as the changing face of sailingA fascinating record of heroic and larger-than-life exploits from Britain's most famous celebrated yachtsman, Knox-Johnston on Sailing is a fascinating account of one man's quest for physical challenge and adventure?and the rewards they offer. eBooks, , Knox-Johnston On Sailing~~EBook~~9781119977865~~Robin Knox-Johnston, , Knox-Johnston On Sailing, Robin Knox-Johnston, 9781119977865, Fernhurst Books Limited, 05/09/2011, , , , Fernhurst Books Limited<

2007, ISBN: 9781119977865

A lifetime of reflections on the joys, terrors, and triumphs of sailing?from Britains greatest yachtsmanThe first man to sail solo and non-stop around the world, in 1969, Robin Knox-Johns… More...

A lifetime of reflections on the joys, terrors, and triumphs of sailing?from Britains greatest yachtsmanThe first man to sail solo and non-stop around the world, in 1969, Robin Knox-Johnston instantly became an international legend. In addition to setting other global sailing records, he has led sailing expeditions to far flung destinations, amassing a breadth of experience few can equal. In his new book, a compilation of his monthly articles in Yachting World, Sir Robin shares his thoughts on the majesty, mystery, and dangers of sailing the open seas. He describes the Joy of the Solo Sailor as well as the realities of safety at sea and life on board a yacht, recalling his escape from a perfect storm, night terrors and waves capable of devouring a ship. Allows readers to experience the joys (going round the Horn of Africa in a day) of sailing, as well as close calls Sheds light on the role of the media and sailing as well as the changing face of sailingA fascinating record of heroic and larger-than-life exploits from Britains most famous celebrated yachtsman, Knox-Johnston on Sailing is a fascinating account of one mans quest for physical challenge and adventure?and the rewards they offer.Sir Robin Knox-Johnstons is Britains greatest living yachtsman. He became internationally famous in 1969 as the first person to sail solo and non-stop around the world.He went on to set further global sailing records and completed his last solo circumnavigation in 2007. In between he has led sailing expeditions to far flung destinations and continues to work promoting sailing and ocean racing for amateur and professional yachtsmen and women.He has a regular show on BBC Radio Solent and makes regular TV appearances, such as on the BBCs Top Dogswith John Simpson and Ranulph Fiennes.<

2011, ISBN: 9781119977865

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2011, ISBN: 9781119977865

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