In 1968, Sir Robin Knox-Johnston became the first person ever to sail solo, non-stop round the world. His epic, record-breaking voyage aboard his boat, Suhaili, inspired Ellen Macarthur. In October 2006, at the age of sixty-seven - when most people would be settling in to a well-earned retirement - Sir Robin embarked on another gruelling circumnavigation of the globe. The sea made no allowances for his seniority. Within days of setting off, near-hurricane-strength storms in the Bay of Biscay capsized his yacht. Three ...
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In 1968, Sir Robin Knox-Johnston became the first person ever to sail solo, non-stop round the world. His epic, record-breaking voyage aboard his boat, Suhaili, inspired Ellen Macarthur. In October 2006, at the age of sixty-seven - when most people would be settling in to a well-earned retirement - Sir Robin embarked on another gruelling circumnavigation of the globe. The sea made no allowances for his seniority. Within days of setting off, near-hurricane-strength storms in the Bay of Biscay capsized his yacht. Three-quaters of the entire fleet had to turn back."Force of Nature" is Sir Robin's account of his extraordinary return to the ultra-competitive, punishing world of single-handed round-the-world racing. It's a story of courage and astonishing resilience played out against thousands of miles of awesome ocean. Sir Robin's age makes it a unique achievement. It's difficult to overstate the physical and emotional strain to which he subjected himself. His toughness, determination and zest for life is inspiring. The gripping story of his last solo sail around the globe couldn't convey more powerfully the idea that age is no barrier to realising your dreams. His achievement is a triumph to compare with the most outstanding in sailing history.
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Near fine in Near fine jacket. Near fine condition. Michael Joseph, 2007. First edition-first printing. Black hardback(gilt lettering to the spine, two small nicks on the edges of the cover) with Dj(crease, small nicks and scratch on the edges of the Dj cover), both in near fine condition. Illustrated with colour, b/w photos. Nice and clean pages as new, two small nicks and scratches on the edges of the pages, light shelf wear on the Dj cover.305pp including List of illustrations, index. Price un-clipped. A collectable first edition.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. In poor condition, suitable as a reading copy. Dust Jacket in good condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 750grams, ISBN: 9780718153243.
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F in F jacket. F/F-. 8vo. original black boards gilt (small texter mark to tail edge, denoting remaindered copy) in dustwrapper (edges a little rubbed); pp. viii, 304, with illustrations & maps. A fine copy.
