Sailing Alone Around the World

Sailing Alone Around the World by Joshua Slocum is a memoir that chronicles Slocum's incredible journey as the first person to circumnavigate the globe solo by sailboat. In 1895, Slocum, an experienced seaman, set out from Boston in the Spray, a modest sloop he had rebuilt himself. Over the course of three years and approximately 46,000 miles, he navigated dangerous waters, hostile weather, and various other challenges, relying solely on his skills and instincts.

Throughout his voyage, Slocu...