Chasing the Wind: The Autobiography of Steve Fossett

Chasing the Wind: The Autobiography of Steve Fossett

by Steve Fossett (Author)

Synopsis

In 2005, Steve Fossett completed the first solo, non-stop, non-refuelled circumnavigation of the world at the helm of the Virgin Atlantic GlobalFlyer. But what makes someone like Steve give up a secure, wellpaid job for the romantic, yet dangerous,world of the adventurer? His adventurous spirit has piqued the intrigue of his fellow competitors and sports aficionados, and attracted the notice of the world. In this dynamic autobiography, Steve Fossett shares his inspirational stories in a personal, intimate voice and candidly recounts the milestones, challenges and victories that have made up his much-heralded career and paved the way to his 109 world records.

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Format: Hardcover
Pages: 288
Edition: First Edition
Publisher: Virgin Books
Published: 05 Oct 2006

ISBN 10: 1852272341
ISBN 13: 9781852272340
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Author Bio
Pilot, balloonist, yachtsman and endurance sportsman, American Steve Fossett has made aviation records (across the broadest possible range of flying machines) and speed sailing his specialities in becoming one of the world's best-known modern adventurers. He is the pilot of the Virgin Atlantic GlobalFlyer. Will Hasley is a movie and TV script writer as well as a published author. He lives and works in Los Angeles.