Before the Wind: True Stories About Sailing

by David Gowdey

Words of wisdom, humor, practical advice, and ripping yarns. Twenty-five selections from some of the world's most famous authors and sailors. Read about:

Genres: Nonfiction

288 pages, Paperback

First published February 1, 1994

Reviews

[Junaid · Rating 3 out of 5]

Loved the excerpts from Dreamboat, Girl Stella etc.

[J · Rating 2 out of 5]

I wanted to give this 1 1/2 stars (ALMOST ok). The very first book about sailing that I did not care for. I think I skipped more stories than I read.

[Tracy · Rating 4 out of 5]

I like to read books like this while vacationing in the Caribbean.