The Cruise of the Teddy The Mariner's Library Tapa blanda - 1989

Hardback. Good.

Hardback. Very Good.

Grafton BooksLondo, U.S.A, 1989. First Paperback Edition. Paperback. Near Fine/N/A. black & red titles spine; a volume in the 'Mariner's Library' series; illustrated by b/w. photo's., maps & drawings; cover illust. by Geoff Hunt; introduction by Arthur Ransome; "In 1928, Erling Tambs and his bride set off from Norway in the old pilot cutter, Teddy, with no sextant or barometer, and only one and sevenpence in small change. They had no special destination and no urgency, but it was the beginning of three years of adventurous and often accident-prone sailing amongst islands in two oceans. At Vigo the crew of two was increased by the gift of a dog, Spare Provisions, at Las Palmas by the birth of Tony, and in New Zealand by a daughter, Tui. Moments of high drama occurred, too: the Tambs family were in New Zealand at the time of the great earthquake of 1931, and they were also forced to endure a terrifying and disastrous shipwreck. But the charm of the narrative lies in the… Leer más

paperback. Good. Access codes and supplements are not guaranteed with used items. May be an ex-library book.

CollectibleGood. Rare 1934 Harcourt Press stated 1st edition hardcover, solid binding, unmarked text, no jacket, light cover wear, exowner name inscribed. We take great pride in accurately describing the condition of our books and media, ship within 48 hours, and offer a 100% money back guarantee. Customers purchasing more than one item from us may be entitled to a shipping discount.

Grafton Books. Paperback. New. New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title!