A World of My Own

A World of My Own by Sir Robin Knox-Johnston is the gripping firsthand account of the first non-stop, solo circumnavigation of the globe. In 1968, aboard his modest ketch, Suhaili, Knox-Johnston embarked on an unprecedented journey, overcoming formidable challenges to make maritime history.

Inside the Voyage

This compelling narrative offers insights into:

• The trials of solitary ocean navigation.
• Technical challenges, including equipment failures and repairs at sea.
• The psychological resilience required for prolonged isolation.
• Encounters with severe weather and treacherous sea conditions.
• The spirit of adventure that propelled Knox-Johnston to complete his historic voyage.

Praise for A World of My Own

"In an age short of heroes, make no mistake: Robin Knox-Johnston is a hero for all time. His dramatically epic account is a glorious antidote to our navel-gazing age. This is courage in the raw, day by day and as it happens. Wonderfully inspiring." – Daily Mail

"A gripping tale of human achievement, A World of My Own also provides an honest, personal insight." – Devon Life

"A very readable story of adventure." – The Little Ship

About the Author

Sir Robin Knox-Johnston is a renowned sailor and author, celebrated for his pioneering solo circumnavigation. He has participated in numerous ocean races, including the Whitbread, and co-skippered Enza with Sir Peter Blake to set a new world record for circumnavigation. Knighted in 1995, he continues to inspire sailors worldwide.