The Lady Maud: Schooner Yacht (1896)

By William Clark Russell

Book Overview

""The Lady Maud: Schooner Yacht"" is a historical book written by William Clark Russell and published in 1896. The book tells the story of the titular yacht, Lady Maud, which was built in 1895 for Sir Donald Currie, a well-known British shipping magnate. The Lady Maud was a luxurious and elegant schooner yacht, measuring 120 feet in length and boasting a crew of 20.Russell's book provides a detailed description of the Lady Maud's construction, design, and amenities, as well as her voyages and adventures on the high seas. The author also delves into the history of yacht racing and the competitive spirit of wealthy yacht owners during the late 19th century.The Lady Maud was renowned for her speed and beauty, and Russell's vivid descriptions bring the yacht to life on the pages of the book. The author's passion for sailing and the sea is evident throughout the narrative, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in maritime history, yacht design, or the golden age of yachting.Overall, ""The Lady Maud: Schooner Yacht"" is a fascinating and engaging book that provides a unique glimpse into the world of luxury yachting during the late 19th century. Russell's writing is engaging and informative, and the book is sure to appeal to anyone with an interest in sailing, history, or adventure on the high seas.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116491863X
• ISBN13: 9781164918639
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 332 Pages
• Weight: 0.98 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"