Flying Cloud by David W Shaw
In 1851, Elanor Creesy, in a position almost unheard of for a woman in the mid-nineteenth century, served as the navigator on the maiden voyage of the clipper ship Flying Cloud -- traveling from New York to San Francisco in only eighty-nine days. This swift passage set a world record that went unbroken for more than a century. Upon arrival in San Francisco, Flying Cloud became an enduring symbol of a young nation's frontier spirit. Illustrated with original maps and charts as well as historical photographs, David Shaw's compelling narrative captures the drama of this maritime adventure.
The Water Shall Embrace Them, Inland Passage, Daring the Sea, and Flying Cloud are all written by David W. Shaw. He contributes to a number of sailing magazines on a regular basis. He sails his cutter in Maine and lives in Westfield, New Jersey.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780060934781 |
| ISBN 10 | 0060934786 |
| Title | Flying Cloud |
| Author | David W Shaw |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | HarperCollins Publishers Inc |
| Year published | 2001-07-03 |
| Number of pages | 336 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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