Astronauts of Cape Horn: by the time twelve men went to the moon, only eleven extraordinary sailors had rounded Cape Horn alone

In 1969, the first two men landed on the moon, and Sir Robin Knox-Johnston was the first man to sail solo non-stop around the world south of Cape Horn. This book compares and contrasts their voyages with the twelve space astronauts' achievements, highlighting the no-one watching them.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 240 pages
\n Publication date: 01 September 2018
\n Publisher: The Conrad Press
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In 1969, a remarkable feat unfolded as the first two men ventured onto the moon, marking the beginning of a series of five subsequent landings that ultimately brought a total of twelve astronauts to the lunar surface. Alongside these lunar endeavors, another six astronauts circled above, captivating the world with their remarkable journey. Additionally, in the same year of 1969, Sir Robin Knox-Johnston achieved the remarkable feat of becoming the first man to sail solo non-stop around the world south of Cape Horn. He stands as one of only eleven men who have accomplished this daunting challenge before the final moon landing. Remarkably, these eleven men undertook their voyages without the presence of any spectators. This captivating and thrilling book, penned with such vivid detail that it allows readers to experience the sea's spray on their faces and savor the salt on their lips, delves into the stories of these eleven remarkable men and their awe-inspiring sailing exploits. It compares and contrasts their voyages with the extraordinary achievements of the twelve space astronauts. One renowned astronaut aptly described the moon landing as a small step for man and a monumental leap for mankind. For those who embark on voyages at sea rather than into space, rounding Cape Horn represents the pinnacle of achievement. The preface, written by Paul Heiney, provides an insightful introduction to this captivating narrative.

\n Weight: 484g\n
Dimension: 267 x 171 x 2 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781911546382\n \n