The Longest Race: Whitbread Round the World Race

Fine cloth copy in a near-fine, very slightly edge-nicked and dust-dulled dw, now mylar-sleeved. Remains particularly and surprisingly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and strong. ; 191 pages; Description: 191 p., [10] leaves of plates (2 fold.) : ill. (some col.), maps ; 26 cm. Contents: Concept --Organisation --Boat preparation --The yachts --Leg one --Leg two --Leg three --Leg four --Performance of boats and gear --Capsize --Life on board --Medical --Navigation --Communications --Organiser's comments --Reflections --Appendices : 1. Conditions of entry --2. Sailing instructions --3. Crew list --4. Results and prizes.