Seul, à travers l'Atlantique by Alain Gerbault
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Gerbault, Alain, 1893-1941
French
"Seul, à travers l'Atlantique" by Alain Gerbault is an adventurous memoir written in the early 20th century. The narrative focuses on the author's daring solo journey across the Atlantic Ocean on his small yacht, the Firecrest, as he recounts the challenges of sailing, battling storms, and reflecting on his love for the sea and adventure. The openi...
in New York after enduring a treacherous crossing filled with tempests and struggles for survival. He reflects on his experiences during the recent storms that tested his resolve and the skills he developed as a sailor, recalling vivid entries from his logbook that detail the harrowing conditions he faced and his determination to keep his boat afloat. As he reminisces about his childhood dream of sailing and the series of events that led him to pursue this fantastical journey, readers are drawn into his profound passion for the maritime life and his unwavering spirit of exploration. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Mason Nguyen
4 months agoI didn’t realize how engaging this would be until the clarity of explanations makes revisiting sections worthwhile. I have no regrets downloading this.
Lucas Perez
2 months agoThis quickly became one of those books where it challenges the reader's perspective in the most intellectual way. Worth every second of your time.
Amanda Anderson
4 months agoI have to admit, the logical flow of arguments makes it an essential resource for research. This felt rewarding to read.
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Margaret Hall
4 months agoThis came highly recommended and the translation seems very fluid and captures the original nuance perfectly. I would gladly recommend this to others.