Racing Against Time: A Global Sailing Diary

Author: (English) Alan MacArthur
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Publish Date: 2006-03-01
Features: On February 7, 2005, Alan MacArthur shortened the record for solo circumnavigation of the globe set by the Frenchman Francis Joyon by 1 day, 8 hours, 35 minutes, and 49 seconds with a time of 71 days, 14 hours, 18 minutes, and 33 seconds! At that time, many experts believed that Francis's record, set in 2003, could last at least ten years. However, this 28-year-old female hero used her courage and wisdom to prove the experts' doubts wrong, and her success shocked the world. Today, she has become one of the best sailors in the UK and the world. This book consists of two parts: The first part tells Alan's story, chronicling her simple yet legendary life. The second part is her diary written during the 72 days of her epic, record-breaking voyage, showcasing a real, thrilling, dangerous, and extraordinary journey filled with laughter and tears. The numerous stunning pictures in this book allow you to vividly experience Alan's voyage.