The Great Days of Sail

Shewan, A: 1973 Conway UK, hardcover with dust jacket with photo's, illustrations and index. A captivating memoir recounting his experiences as the last surviving tea-clipper captain, detailing the thrilling era of racing ships like the Norman Court from China to Britain loaded with tea in the 1870s, emphasizing the seamanship skills required for swift passages and the competitive spirit of the time. Through vivid reminiscences, Shewan evaluates ship designs, navigation tactics, and the adventurous life at sea, offering a unique historical insight into the final flourish of commercial sailing before the advent of steamships. ISBN 9780851770659 In very good condition