Cruise Of The Falcon - A Voyage To South America In A 30-Ton Yacht

Cruise of the Falcon - A Voyage to South America in a 30-Ton Yacht

by Edward Frederick Knight

Edward Frederick Knight, a British barrister and amateur sailor, recounts his journey to South America aboard his tiny yacht, the Falcon. The book details the challenges of sailing across the Atlantic, the stunning landscapes of Bahia and Rio de Janeiro, and encounters with the diverse cultures of the continent. Knight's narrative offers insights into the customs and traditions of the people he meets, as well as his own observations and experiences in a rapidly changing world.

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Edward Frederick Knight was a British author who was born in 1852 and died in 1925. He is best known for his historical novels, which were set in various parts of the world and dealt with themes such...

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