A replica of the schooner "Atlantic" is being built.
A couple of years ago, I received the book for Christmas, and enjoyed the read immensely- concerning the "The Last Great Race of Princes"
Excerpt from amazon.com:
"Atlantic is a stirring story that illuminates a magical period in our maritime history. Scott Cookman weaves the compelling plot in a manner that will fascinate both the landlubber and the sailor alike. The schooner Atlantic's trans-atlantic racing record has remained unbeaten for nearly a century -- and the story behind the race makes that achievement even more impressive. Cookman has done his homework well and unfolds that story page by page...the reader can just about feel the icy lash of a North Atlantic swell crashing aboard as the massive sailing craft are driven toward their destination by men and women whose dreams and goals (and even the pride of their countries) hang in the balance." ~Peter Isler
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A couple of years ago, I received the book for Christmas, and enjoyed the read immensely- concerning the "The Last Great Race of Princes"
Excerpt from amazon.com:
"Atlantic is a stirring story that illuminates a magical period in our maritime history. Scott Cookman weaves the compelling plot in a manner that will fascinate both the landlubber and the sailor alike. The schooner Atlantic's trans-atlantic racing record has remained unbeaten for nearly a century -- and the story behind the race makes that achievement even more impressive. Cookman has done his homework well and unfolds that story page by page...the reader can just about feel the icy lash of a North Atlantic swell crashing aboard as the massive sailing craft are driven toward their destination by men and women whose dreams and goals (and even the pride of their countries) hang in the balance." ~Peter Isler
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