The Longest Race
The Longest Race by Peter Cook, published by Stanford Maritime in 1975, offers a detailed account of the first-ever Whitbread round the world yacht race. This edition, written in English and spanning 191 pages, delves into the extensive organization involved in the event, highlighting the challenges of planning and communication that were addressed prior to the race.
Readers will discover a factual narrative that encompasses the experiences of the yachts and their crews, detailing both the tragedies and the enjoyable moments encountered along the way. The book also explores aspects of navigation and the logistics of food during this demanding journey, providing insights into the complexities of what is described as the longest race. With its focus on sports and recreation, particularly in the realm of water sports and sailing, this work presents a comprehensive look at a significant event in maritime history.
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This book is about the first ever Whitbread round the world yacht race. It is a factual account of the world wide organization, and the problems of planning and communication that were solved before the race. Is is the story of the yachts and their crews, the tragedies and the fun, the navigation and the food and those problems that occurred because it was the longest race.
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