By Way of the Wind
By Jim Moore
224 pp. 16 b&w photos, map. 1996. Paperback. $14.95
ISBN 1 57409 003 8
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The adventure begins when Jim Moore announces to his bride of two months that they will build a boat and sail to the South Pacific. Circumnavigating the world in a 36-foot sloop isn't generally taken lightly, but that's precisely Jim and Molly Moore's approach. Their refreshing story offers inspiration and amusement to all long-distance cruising sailors, whether practicing or merely potential. Most of the book recounts their four-year voyage that started in 1977 and took them from their home in Oregon to California, Hawaii, Samoa, Fiji, New Zealand, Australia, Mauritius, South Africa, Namibia, Brazil, the Caribbean, Florida, Panama, and Costa Rica before they finally returned homeward.
The Moores brought to their journey a great deal of practical knowledge, which Jim Moore's narrative shares in a most entertaining manner. Over the course of their voyage, Jim had to learn a great many skills on the fly; he became a boatbuilder, mechanic, carpenter, amateur historian, unwilling ornithologist, and raconteur extraordinaire. Molly, by turns enthusiastic and dubious, served as a perfect partner and foil.
“The best sailboat cruising book to come out in a long time… Moore's first book has a wonderful, understated tone and his adventures are easy to follow and appreciate.” —Washington Post
“…the most delightful cruising adventure book since Herb Payson's You Can't Blow Home Again…” —Cy Liberman, Delaware State News
“This fine adventure will delight bluewater sailors.” —Publishers Weekly
“A fascinating tale of a memorable voyage.” —Booklist
“…filled with practical knowledge and ingenious do-it-yourself tips for all amateur sailors.” —Yachting
“An amusing, educational and inspiring cruising narrative.” —Cruising World
“An inspirational tale of sailing, romance, and excitement.” —Boat/U.S.
“…an absorbing story of daring.” —Book World
“…a must-read for anyone who seeks to fulfill his dreams of building a boat and sailing it around the world.” —Freshwater News
“a hilarious account…” —Southern Boating
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