Top Yacht Races of the World

by SueSteward (Author), Anthony Steward (Author)

• Used

  Hardcover
  2007

  $11.98

  Now fully updated, Top Yacht Races of the World is a beautifully photographed, exhilarating title featuring the most celebrated yachting events around the globe. Twenty-two events are recreated in all their drama - ranging from the technically challenging to the most physically demanding, including the extraordinary America's Cup and the Admiral's Cup, the great ocean and offshore classics, and the awesome round-the-world races. The book is divided into four sections - Offshore Classics, Ocean Classics, Round-the-World Races and Inshore Races - each covering several events. Stylish maps of the race routes, profiles of amazing feats achieved by memorable sailors and a compendium of the highlights of specific race years ensure that this book serves both as a factual record and visual showcase of the glamour and sheer physical challenge associated with this most demanding of sports.

• Used

  Hardcover
  2000

  $3.29

  Divided into sections on Offshore, Ocean, Round-the-World and Inshore Races, this superbly illustrated book captures the drama and appeal of the world's top yacht races, including such classics as the Sydney to Hobart Fastnet, and the Cape to Rio. Includes maps showing the routes and details of the winners.