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Synopsis
The story of Tara Getty's motoryacht Blue Bird is a unique journey through living history and changing lifestyles. It begins in the palmy days between the wars, when daredevils risk all to be the fastest man alive. The archetype of these heroes is Sir Malcolm Campbell, a speed king of genius and personal magnetism, who commissions Blue Bird to sail to Cocos Island and dig for treasure. His plans are thwarted by World War II, but his yacht is immortalised among the Little Ships rescuing the British Army at Dunkirk. From dive bombers over the beaches to the hazy summers of the Mediterranean seventy years on, the saga embraces Atlantic crossings, great names such as the Renault family, quiet men and bold adventurers, until Blue Bird finally finds peace with the Gettys, following a challenging and inspiring restoration. Spectacularly illustrated by Kos, this is a book for all who love ships and the sea."--Jacket
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- PublisherKos Picture Source Ltd
- Publication date2010
- ISBN 10 095407971X
- ISBN 13 9780954079710
- BindingHardcover
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages304
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Blue Bird - Seven Decades at Sea
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Blue Cloth with Debossed Motif. Condition: As New. Dust Jacket Condition: As New. The story of Tara Getty's motoryacht Blue Bird is a unique journey through living history and changing lifestyles. It begins in the palmy days between the wars, when daredevils risk all to be the fastest man alive. The archetype of these heroes is Sir Malcolm Campbell, a speed king of genius and personal magnetism, who commissions Blue Bird to sail to Cocos Island and dig for treasure. His plans are thwarted by World War II, but his yacht is immortalised among the Little Ships rescuing the British Army at Dunkirk. . . .287 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 31 cm. Beautifully produced book full of spectacular and historica images. This is an 'as new' copy - bright, fresh and unmarked with a similar, unclipped dustjacket. A very heavy book weighing 2,7kg prior to packing. Part or all of postage will be paid depending on destination. We use both the Canada Post and the United States Postal Service and offer very competitive postal charges - based on actual costs, no overcharging. Images always available. Shipped well packed. USA postage usually $6.50 or less. Canadian postage varies considerably depending on weight and destination. Maximum postage to anywhere within Canada is now approx US$15.00- up to 5kg total weight, boxed, insured, trackable and faster than regular parcels. Less will be charged if rates indicate. NOW available - new, lower Trans-Canada rates, and, rates for Overseas. Size: 31cm by 31cm. Book. Seller Inventory # 27462
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