Foul Bottoms: The Pitfalls of Boating and How to Enjoy Them - Tapa blanda

'John Quirk's witty illustrations help bring each of the comedic set pieces to life. Very pleasant Sunday afternoon entertainment.' Boat Mart (February 2010) 'Quirkie's got his ramblings into a book, and jolly good it is too...Quirk's essays develop pleasantly with the occasional flash of wit that has you chuckling out loud.' Classic Boat (March 2010) 'wonderfully witty' Sailing - 2010 'Quirk demonstrates a comical and critical approach to the whole business of being involved with boats...Those who love boats should enjoy this book.' Nautical Magazine (June 2010) 'This little book is a great read; maritime, worldly wise, clever, funny. instructive and enjoyable by all generations.' The Little Ship Club (Summer 2010) 'An example of the best British humour. A very "quirky" view of the pleasures of boat building, designing and owning.' Ausmarine (October 2010)

Based on a series of highly popular articles written for Classic Boat magazine, this witty collection dwells on the scrapes people get themselves into when building and sailing boats of all descriptions. Most sailors will find something to relate to in the escapades and faux pas detailed here, and the stories will undoubtedly bring a wry smile to any boater's lips. John Quirk's terrifically witty cartoons help bring these anecdotes to life. Some quotes from the book: Her jeans fitted like the fuzz on a peach. With the horror of watching a hedgehog run amok in a condom factory. With the ship sinking beneath us, the owner frantically fumbled through the warranty. We hit the dining room with the etiquette of escaped lab rats. 'Quirky is the sea-going version of Bill Bryson and Jeremy Clarkson - and he draws better!' - Dan Houston, Editor of Classic Boat