Top Yacht Races of the World
Language: English
Published by Contemporary Books Inc, 2001
- First Edition
- Hardcover
- New
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Contemporary Books Inc, 2001. 1st Edition 1st Printing. New/As New. 4to - over 9¾ - 12" tall. Synopsis: World-famous yacht racers Sue and Anthony Steward take readers on an exhilarating excursion to 21 of the most celebrated and challenging yachting events in the world. From the America's Cup and the Admiral's Cup to the Chicago-Mackinac race, this lavishly illustrated book moves from the most technically challenging to the most physically demanding, culminating in six awesome around-the-world races. The sheer thrill of pitting one's wits and strength against nature in all her most extreme expressions has been dazzlingly recreated through dramatic personal stories and stunning full-color photographs. The text is liberally supplemented with maps of race routes, profiles of amazing feats performed by legendary sailors, and a compendium of the highlights of specific race year. Top Yacht Races of the World a comprehensive factual record as well as a stunning visual showcase of the glamour and extreme physical challenge associated with this most demanding of sports. About the Author: Sue and Anthony Steward (Cape Town, South Africa) are both excellent sailors. Sue has sailed more than 10,000 nautical miles, while Anthony achieved international fame when, at the age of 30, he became the first person to circumnavigate the world in an open craft. 160 pp.…
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- Title
- Top Yacht Races of the World
- Author
- Anthony Steward; Sue Steward
- Publisher
- Contemporary Books Inc
- Publication year
- 2001
- Condition
- New
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0809293218
- ISBN 13
- 9780809293216
- Edition
- 1st Edition
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