Bernard Moitessier
When Bernard Moitessier abandoned a well-paid single-handed non-stop race around the world in 1969, which he had almost won, and sailed into the solitude of the Tahitian Islands instead of the harbour of destination, the whole world shook its head uncomprehendingly. He had sailed his Joshua around the three great capes - Cape of Good Hope, Cape Leeuwin and Cape Horn - all alone and without a stopover, when he turned his back and gave up glory and the cash prize. This book provides the background to his decision.

Moitessier describes the external events of his journey up close, while at the same time providing an insight into his thoughts and his inner processing of the magnificent nature surrounding him.

The wildlife of the three great oceans, the skies over the southern hemisphere, the small boat's struggle for survival - Moitessier tells the story more vividly than any solo sailor before him.

Edition: 13th edition 2025
Bibliographic information: 8 maps
Publisher: DK
Attributes: Paperback
ISBN: 978-3-667-10625-4
Pages: 264
Format: 13.5 x 21.6 cm
Photos and illustrations: 82