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Sailing Alone: A History by Richard King is a remarkable exploration into the world of solo seafaring, shortlisted for the Maritime Foundation Award for Best Book 2024. This exceptional book invites readers to dive deep into the exhilarating yet daunting realm of solitary sailing, where every wave can bring a mix of thrill and trepidation.
In this captivating narrative, King skillfully examines the profound journeys of individual sailors—men and women, young and old—who have dared to navigate the vast oceans alone. Each solitary voyage serves as a unique laboratory, revealing the intricate relationships between the self, the elements, and the diverse marine life that inhabits our planet’s blue expanses.
Key features of Sailing Alone: A History include:
King's exploration not only honors those intrepid souls who brave the watery wilderness for weeks or months but also delves into the myriad wonders of marine life and the unpredictable nature of weather. Sailing Alone is an essential read for enthusiasts of sailing, the intrigue of solitude, and the boundless mysteries that our oceans offer. Experience the adventure of the sea through the eyes of those who dare to sail it alone.
ISBN: | 9781802063097 |
Author: | Richard J. King |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | Penguin |
Publisher: | Penguin Books Ltd |
Dimensions: | 197 x 130 x 20 mm |
Publication Date: | 09 May, 2024 |
Pagination: | 512 pages |
Weight: | 356g |
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’