Gipsy Moth Circles The World
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Francis Chichester
Binding: Hardback
Published: HODDER AND STOUGHTON, 1967
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing, price clipped
Markings: No markings
This gripping memoir chronicles the extraordinary solo voyage of Sir Francis Chichester as he circumnavigated the globe in his yacht, Gipsy Moth IV. The narrative details the immense challenges and triumphs faced during this unprecedented journey, from navigating treacherous seas to enduring prolonged solitude. It presents a testament to human resilience and the spirit of adventure, illustrating the meticulous planning and sheer determination required to achieve such a monumental feat. Readers will find themselves immersed in the raw beauty and unforgiving power of the open ocean, experiencing the highs and lows alongside the intrepid sailor. This account stands as a classic in maritime literature, inspiring generations with its tale of courage against the elements.
Author: Francis Chichester
Binding: Hardback
Published: HODDER AND STOUGHTON, 1967
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing, price clipped
Markings: No markings
This gripping memoir chronicles the extraordinary solo voyage of Sir Francis Chichester as he circumnavigated the globe in his yacht, Gipsy Moth IV. The narrative details the immense challenges and triumphs faced during this unprecedented journey, from navigating treacherous seas to enduring prolonged solitude. It presents a testament to human resilience and the spirit of adventure, illustrating the meticulous planning and sheer determination required to achieve such a monumental feat. Readers will find themselves immersed in the raw beauty and unforgiving power of the open ocean, experiencing the highs and lows alongside the intrepid sailor. This account stands as a classic in maritime literature, inspiring generations with its tale of courage against the elements.