Joshua Slocum

Sailing Alone Around the World: the Classic Circumnavigation Adventure Joshua Slocum

Already a seasoned old salt when he undertook the challenge, Slocum became the first person to sail around the world alone. In 1895 he left Boston in the 37' Spray, returning in 1898. This is the quintessential around-the-world sailing book that everyone turns to when they decide to do it, including Jack London. Courage, daring, self-reliance, wit - Slocum had them all.