Come aboard

In "Come Aboard", Eric & Susan Hiscock write about their third circumnavigation, started from New Zealand in May, 1974 and finished in September, 1976, for a distance of 31,895 nautical miles! It is written in Eric's characteristically descriptive style that puts you on board their 38 foot yacht to enjoy the delights of remote places, the menace of ocean storms and the pleasure of meeting blue water cruising folk. As the voyage progresses from the tropical waters of the Western Pacific and across the Indian Ocean to Durban, many techniques of seamanship are discussed. These practical interludes in the narrative continue throughout the book, and will prove invaluable to those seeking advice on all aspects of cruising. Having cruised the South coast of England for three months, "Wanderer IV" sails on to the West Indies and crosses into the Pacific Ocean via the Panama Canal. The final return leg across the Pacific includes visits to many of the exotic islands en route. Printed on thick paper with maps, and black and white photos add to the adventure this book details. I like the ease of his writing too - if you like adventures or sailing, this series is for you.