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Gordon Bennett and the First Yacht Race Across the Atlantic

Author:	Sam Jefferson
Published:	2017
Format:	Paperback, 296 pages
Size:	198 × 129 × 19 mm

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Relive the First Transatlantic Yacht Race

Explore Sam Jefferson's vivid account of the 1866 race that redefined yachting and showcased human daring.

Gordon Bennett and the First Yacht Race Across the Atlantic by Sam Jefferson chronicles the daring 1866 transatlantic yacht race, where three vessels braved winter seas vying for a $90,000 prize. This perilous contest transformed yachting from a genteel pastime into a rugged adventure, marking the dawn of America's Gilded Age and improved Anglo-American relations.

The Race That Changed Yachting Forever

Delve into:

The audacious wager leading to the race.
James Gordon Bennett's flamboyant lifestyle and maritime passion.
The treacherous conditions faced by the competing yachts.
The race's impact on yachting's evolution and international relations.

About the Author

Sam Jefferson, a journalist and maritime historian, is a leading authority on the clipper ship era. He contributes to publications like Classic Boat and Sailing Today, and has authored works including Clipper Ships and the Golden Age of Sail and Sea Fever.