Fastnet, Force 10: The Deadliest Storm in the History of Modern Sailing

Author/Contributor(s):	Rousmaniere, John
Publisher:	W. W. Norton & Company
Date:	04/01/2000
Binding:	Paperback
Condition:	NEW

In August 1979, during the 600-mile Fastnet sailing race on the Atlantic, fine weather was replaced with a "A Force 10, " 60-knot storm, resulting in a harrowing ordeal for a fleet of 303 boats. Rousmaniere, who was there, tells of the great disaster. Includes a new Introduction. 60 race photos. Maps.