32nd America's Cup: A photographic celebration

by Jane Russell, Jane Russell

This is the Official book of the 32nd America's Cup - without doubt one of the world's major sporting events.



The America's Cup is the most prestigious and long-running sailing
event in the world. First contested by Britain and America 152 years
ago, it is now a high profile, high octane international competition in
which big spending syndicates and powerful team bosses fight at an
intensely competitive level for the legendary silver cup. Now, for the
first time in over a century and a half, the 32nd America's Cup is
being hosted in Europe.



This magnificent large format book brings together the outstanding
photography of some of the world's leading photographers to celebrate
the pinnacle of yacht racing. Showcasing the high level technology,
cutting edge design, the leading people and personalities, and the fast
paced sailing, this is an impressive gallery of amazing action images
which encapsulate the glamour, excitement and scale of what the
America's Cup is all about.



This book provides a fascinating glimpse into the extravagant, fast
paced, rarefied world of one of the world's major sporting events,
which will be treasured by all who love beautiful images, exciting
angles and the very best in action photography.

240 pages, Hardcover

First published October 30, 2007