Alan Villiers fu un australiano che ottenne notevole fama grazie ai suoi viaggi su navi a vela. Preferiva l'emozione e il pericolo delle piccole navi a vela al comfort e alla sicurezza delle navi moderne. Le sue opere catturano vividamente l'esperienza marittima, evidenziando spesso i momenti drammatici e le realtà quotidiane della vita in mare.
Offering a vivid account of life aboard a tall ship, this reissue of a classic showcases the author's extensive experience and expertise in maritime adventures. Enhanced with illustrations and 16 black-and-white photographs, it provides a unique glimpse into the challenges and triumphs faced at sea. Additionally, a newly added biography of the author enriches the reader's understanding of the narrative's context and the author's journey.
The most important explorer of his day, Captain James Cook's coat of arms carries the motto: He left nothing unattempted.
A clear, complete step-by-step guide to making small model ships to fit in a bottle. 30 photographs, 23 diagrams. The secrets of the traditional craft of the mariner.
Die letzte Reise der "Grace Harwar"
Dieses Buch beschreibt die großen Schiffe, die bis in die 1930er Jahre im Handel verwendet wurden. Der Autor erläutert die technischen Aspekte des Segelns. Das Buch ist mit vierzig Karten, Diagrammen und Grafiken sowie achtzig vom Autor aufgenommenen Fotografien illustriert.
