Around Alone

by Emma Richards

More people have gone into space than sailed around the world alone. Yet for Emma Richards being adrift in pirate-infested waters was nothing compared to struggling through the 'soul-destroying solitude' of crossing 30,000 nautical miles for 132 days in a solo yacht. Moving, compelling and inspirational, Around Alone is a stunning tale of a young woman's battle with the elements.

Genres: Travel

336 pages, Hardcover

Published January 1, 2004

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Reviews

[AJ Foiret · Rating 2 out of 5]

A prime example of a book where someone has done something absolutely amazing (sail around the world alone) but makes it sound as dull as dishwater because they cannot write. I skipped pages at a time in a desperate bid to get to the end. A ghostwriter would have worked wonders here.

[Guido · Rating 4 out of 5]

Autobiographical account of yachtswoman Emma Richards' career in ocean yachtracing.

[Sharon · Rating 5 out of 5]

What an amazing ride. From dinghy racer to around alone. A triumph.