Presented in a slipcase this is a photographic collection of the most beautiful boats designed by William Fife between the end of the last century and the first decade of this. They are, this book reveals, considered amongst the most elegant, and successful racing boats of their time, ever built. Included are photographs detailing the woodworking, the instruments and interiors of the boats reflecting the history and the ancient charm of these yachts which perfectly restored, still continue to plough the oceans of the world. There is also a history of the Fife family.

William Fife : Master of the Classic Yacht

Engineering & Transportation

Pace, Franco

Transportation

Wooden Boat Publications

A celebration, in colour photographs, of the work of Sparkman and Stephens, arguably the most famous yacht company in the USA. Sparkman and Stephens's designs had a significant influence on the development of yachting and their yacht designs dominated 12-metre yacht design and the America's Cup yachts in the early years of the 20th century. Stormy Weather", "Dorade", "Nyala", "Vim", "Columbia", "Intrepid", "Courageous" and "Freedom" are just some of the yachts emanating from the design board of Sparkman and Stephens."

Sparkman and Stephens : Giants of Classic Yacht Design

Adlard Coles Nautical

A combination of the vintage yachts of William Fife and the extraordinary photographs of top nautical photographer, Franco Pace. Hundreds of lush photos, full-page, full-spread shots. Close up details of sailors, ships and sea.

William Fife: Master of the Classic Yacht

Sports & Outdoors

Water Sports

Wooden Boat Pub

This magnificent book is a celebration of the work of Sparkman &amp; Stephens, among the most famous yacht design companies in the US. The firm dominated the 12 meter yachting world with early winners in America's Cup races.

Sparkman & Stephens: Classic Modern Yachts

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<li>Presents the history of J Class yachts</li>
<li>Beautifully illustrated throughout</li>
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 A J-Class yacht is a single-masted racing sailboat, built to the specifications of Nathanael Hereshoff's Universal Rule, the class is considered the peak racers of the era when the Universal Rule determined eligibility in the America's Cup. Nostalgia, fascination and a passion for sailing; the yachts featured in this book were built in the 1930s and have lost none of their magic. In this opulent book Franco Pace gathers together seven of the still-active yachts. The text is written by journalist and well-known expert Wiel Verlinden, who sailed on six of the seven yachts, and presents historical facts about the single classes, going on to discuss future developments. All of the yachts included are illustrated with unique and spectacular pictures. Text in English and German.

J Class: Franco Pace (English and German Edition)

Automotive

Delius Klasing Verlag Gmbh