The Story Of Sir Peter Blake

Sir Peter Blake s life told for younger readers, interspersed with concise explanations of key sailing concepts, with appeal to lovers of things nautical."

Alan Sefton is an experienced sports writer and has served as manager of blakeexpeditions, the company formed with Sir Peter Blake to operate Seamaster.

Peter Blake was one of the best-known sailors of our time; he served as a Special Envoy of the United Nations Environment Program and took great interest in sustainable economic development. In a 30-year sailing career he won every significant bluewater race on the planet, including the America's Cup and the Whitbread Around the World; and slashed the record for the fastest non-stop circumnavigation under sail. His murder in the Amazon made headlines worldwide.

A brief biography of Sir Peter Blake, a sailor who won yacht races and was killed while campaigning for environmental protection. In picture book format.

With its winning mix of gripping narrative and easy-to-implement performance-raising tips, this book has become a best-selling classic. It’s garnered 5-star reviews and wide-ranging endorsements – from Sebastian Coe and Dame Kelly Holmes to Lord Digby Jones

"Award-winning author Tessa Duder tells the gripping story of Sir Peter Blake's life for teenage readers, revealing what made him an inspirational leader. " -- Back cover.