ISBN: 9781912621699 - amazing sailing stories: true adventures from the high seas (amazing stories) (26 resultados)

Hardcover. Condición: new. Hardcover. A wonderful collection of sailing stories from across centuries and around the world. Journey around gale-whipped headlands, survive mountainous seas or turn the page to discover the delights of cruising among the islands of a tropical paradise. From the majestic square rigger to the humble homemade yacht; every sort of vessel is showcased in this treasure trove of extraordinary true tales. The exploits of sailing's greatest names are recounted, along with an eclectic mix of voyages that never made the headlines yet make compelling reading. Dick Durham invites you to set sail on a thrilling journey comprising some of the most exciting tales of adventure afloat. He retells each one, adding a magic that makes this essential reading for anyone with a love of sailing and the sea. This new edition sees the book return to hardback to make it a great gift for the sailor or someone who likes to read about them. AUTHOR: Dick Durham has been sailing for over 60 years during which time he has served on the last working Thames barge, been on the halyards of the 12 metre Victory, acted as watch leader on Gipsy Moth IV and been at the end of a lifeboat tow rope in the Bay of Biscay in a Force 10 storm. He has written six books about sailing including the biographies of the last sailing captain, Bob Roberts, yacht designer Maurice Griffiths and yachting cartoonist Mike Peyton. He writes a column for Yachting Monthly. SELLING POINTS: . Over 9,000 copies sold so far & back in hardback. . Part of the successful Amazing Stories series. . Written by the one of the great sailing journalists. A treasure trove of the most exciting tales of adventure afloat: from mountainous seas to a tropical paradise; from the majestic square rigger to the humble homemade yacht. The exploits of sailings greatest names are recounted, along with an eclectic mix of voyages that never made the headlines yet make compelling reading. Now back in hardback. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

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Hardback. Condición: New. A wonderful collection of sailing stories from across centuries and around the world. Journey around gale-whipped headlands, survive mountainous seas - or turn the page to discover the delights of cruising among the islands of a tropical paradise. From the majestic square rigger to the humble homemade yacht; every sort of vessel is showcased in this treasure trove of extraordinary true tales.The exploits of sailing's greatest names are recounted, along with an eclectic mix of voyages that never made the headlines yet make compelling reading.Dick Durham invites you to set sail on a thrilling journey comprising some of the most exciting tales of adventure afloat. He retells each one, adding a magic that makes this essential reading for anyone with a love of sailing and the sea.This new edition sees the book return to hardback to make it a great gift for the sailor or someone who likes to read about them.…

HRD. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

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Hardback. Condición: New. A wonderful collection of sailing stories from across centuries and around the world. Journey around gale-whipped headlands, survive mountainous seas - or turn the page to discover the delights of cruising among the islands of a tropical paradise. From the majestic square rigger to the humble homemade yacht; every sort of vessel is showcased in this treasure trove of extraordinary true tales.The exploits of sailing's greatest names are recounted, along with an eclectic mix of voyages that never made the headlines yet make compelling reading.Dick Durham invites you to set sail on a thrilling journey comprising some of the most exciting tales of adventure afloat. He retells each one, adding a magic that makes this essential reading for anyone with a love of sailing and the sea.This new edition sees the book return to hardback to make it a great gift for the sailor or someone who likes to read about them.…

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

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HRD. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

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Hardcover. Condición: Brand New. 3rd edition. 272 pages. 9.00x6.00x0.94 inches. In Stock.

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Buch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - A wonderful collection of sailing stories from across centuries and around the world. Journey around gale-whipped headlands, survive mountainous seas - or turn the page to discover the delights of cruising among the islands of a tropical paradise. From the majestic square rigger to the humble homemade yacht; every sort of vessel is showcased in this treasure trove of extraordinary true tales.The exploits of sailing's greatest names are recounted, along with an eclectic mix of voyages that never made the headlines yet make compelling reading.Dick Durham invites you to set sail on a thrilling journey comprising some of the most exciting tales of adventure afloat. He retells each one, adding a magic that makes this essential reading for anyone with a love of sailing and the sea.This new edition sees the book return to hardback to make it a great gift for the sailor or someone who likes to read about them.…

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Hardback. Condición: New. A wonderful collection of sailing stories from across centuries and around the world. Journey around gale-whipped headlands, survive mountainous seas - or turn the page to discover the delights of cruising among the islands of a tropical paradise. From the majestic square rigger to the humble homemade yacht; every sort of vessel is showcased in this treasure trove of extraordinary true tales.The exploits of sailing's greatest names are recounted, along with an eclectic mix of voyages that never made the headlines yet make compelling reading.Dick Durham invites you to set sail on a thrilling journey comprising some of the most exciting tales of adventure afloat. He retells each one, adding a magic that makes this essential reading for anyone with a love of sailing and the sea.This new edition sees the book return to hardback to make it a great gift for the sailor or someone who likes to read about them.…

Hardcover. Condición: new. Hardcover. A wonderful collection of sailing stories from across centuries and around the world. Journey around gale-whipped headlands, survive mountainous seas or turn the page to discover the delights of cruising among the islands of a tropical paradise. From the majestic square rigger to the humble homemade yacht; every sort of vessel is showcased in this treasure trove of extraordinary true tales. The exploits of sailing's greatest names are recounted, along with an eclectic mix of voyages that never made the headlines yet make compelling reading. Dick Durham invites you to set sail on a thrilling journey comprising some of the most exciting tales of adventure afloat. He retells each one, adding a magic that makes this essential reading for anyone with a love of sailing and the sea. This new edition sees the book return to hardback to make it a great gift for the sailor or someone who likes to read about them. AUTHOR: Dick Durham has been sailing for over 60 years during which time he has served on the last working Thames barge, been on the halyards of the 12 metre Victory, acted as watch leader on Gipsy Moth IV and been at the end of a lifeboat tow rope in the Bay of Biscay in a Force 10 storm. He has written six books about sailing including the biographies of the last sailing captain, Bob Roberts, yacht designer Maurice Griffiths and yachting cartoonist Mike Peyton. He writes a column for Yachting Monthly. SELLING POINTS: . Over 9,000 copies sold so far & back in hardback. . Part of the successful Amazing Stories series. . Written by the one of the great sailing journalists. A treasure trove of the most exciting tales of adventure afloat: from mountainous seas to a tropical paradise; from the majestic square rigger to the humble homemade yacht. The exploits of sailings greatest names are recounted, along with an eclectic mix of voyages that never made the headlines yet make compelling reading. Now back in hardback. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.…

Hardback. Condición: New. A wonderful collection of sailing stories from across centuries and around the world. Journey around gale-whipped headlands, survive mountainous seas - or turn the page to discover the delights of cruising among the islands of a tropical paradise. From the majestic square rigger to the humble homemade yacht; every sort of vessel is showcased in this treasure trove of extraordinary true tales.The exploits of sailing's greatest names are recounted, along with an eclectic mix of voyages that never made the headlines yet make compelling reading.Dick Durham invites you to set sail on a thrilling journey comprising some of the most exciting tales of adventure afloat. He retells each one, adding a magic that makes this essential reading for anyone with a love of sailing and the sea.This new edition sees the book return to hardback to make it a great gift for the sailor or someone who likes to read about them.…