An America's Cup Treasury: The Lost Levick Photographs, 1893-1937

by Gary Jobson, Gary A. Jobson, Ted Turner (Photographer)

Photographer Edwin Levick, who was considered the official photographer of the New York Yacht Club, captures the spirit of the public moments of America's Cup races and also the quieter times behind the scenes. His b&w photographs, together with the text by Jobson (author and television sailing commentator), provide a picture of the turbulent battles and elegant boats that evoke the sensibility of the early years of the 20th century. 9.25x11.25. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Genres: History

159 pages, Hardcover

First published March 1, 2000

About the author

Gary Jobson is a former sailor, television commentator and author based in Annapolis, Maryland, and a former Vice President of the International Sailing Federation. Jobson has authored 19 sailing books and is Editor-at-Large of Sailing World and Cruising World magazines. He is currently President of the National Sailing Hall of Fame.