When Ellen finished the Vendee Globe, yachting's toughest race aged just 24 the nation took her to it's heart. The depth of the affection for Ellen is extraordinary - she makes people feel like they can do anything! This book presents her story.

Sets out to explore Britain's rich and complex relationship with the sea, taking the reader on a journey around the ports and harbours of Britain's coast, across rivers and along canals, climbing up lighthouses and strolling down piers.

For anyone considering setting sail, this book helps you find out how to get started, explore different boats, what to wear, and discover the correct kit to pack for rivers, lakes or the high seas. It also shows you the essential techniques, from rigging and launching your boat to advanced tacking, gibing and starting to race.

Drawing on logs, emails, sound and video diaries, this illustrated book captures the drama, excitement, danger, joy and tears of Ellen MacArthur's effort to become the fastest person ever to sail solo around the world. She beat what many thought would be a record for 10 years or more.

Sailing is one of the most ancient methods of transport and exploration. Technological advancements mean that vessels are getting faster while sailors are better equipped to conquer the elements and explore uncharted waters with sophisticated satellite navigation systems. This title presents a circumnavigation of the most extreme maritime feats.

A circumnavigation of the most extreme maritime feats - including the Vendee Globe, the Sydney-Hobart, The America's Cup and the Ostar. This text is accompanied by photographs capturing the true spirit of extreme sailing. There are also quotes interspersed throughout from sailors who have participated in extreme events.