Seul, à travers l'Atlantique by Alain Gerbault
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Gerbault, Alain, 1893-1941
French
"Seul, à travers l'Atlantique" by Alain Gerbault is an adventurous memoir written in the early 20th century. The narrative focuses on the author's daring solo journey across the Atlantic Ocean on his small yacht, the Firecrest, as he recounts the challenges of sailing, battling storms, and reflecting on his love for the sea and adventure. The openi...
in New York after enduring a treacherous crossing filled with tempests and struggles for survival. He reflects on his experiences during the recent storms that tested his resolve and the skills he developed as a sailor, recalling vivid entries from his logbook that detail the harrowing conditions he faced and his determination to keep his boat afloat. As he reminisces about his childhood dream of sailing and the series of events that led him to pursue this fantastical journey, readers are drawn into his profound passion for the maritime life and his unwavering spirit of exploration. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Kenneth Anderson
2 weeks agoTo be perfectly clear, the logical flow of arguments makes it an essential resource for research. It exceeded all my expectations.
Matthew Davis
4 months agoIt took me a while to start, but the atmosphere created by the descriptive language is totally immersive. A valuable addition to my digital library.
Jennifer Walker
1 month agoIn my opinion, the technical accuracy of the content is spot on. I learned so much from this.
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Karen Martin
5 months agoI was pleasantly surprised because the attention to historical detail adds a layer of realism that is rare. Don't hesitate to download this.