Love for Sail

Mark Hassall wrecked his first boat on Anacapa Island, off Santa Barbara, but he built himself another -- a trimaran this time -- and took off on a three-and-a-half year around the world cruise with his wife and son. This book is a transcription tape recordings he sent home to his friends, which fact gives the action a potent immediacy (hilarious at times, and terrifying at others). Besides being a great adventure story, this books is a philosophical look at the cruising lifestyle. Great stuff!