Endless Sea [shp332]

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Amyr Klink, whose sailing exploits have made him a hero in Brazil, tells of his daring single-handed circumnavigation below the Antarctic Convergence. Klink, who prefers to call his adventures ?organizational challenges?, relies on methodical planning, innovative (and sometimes controversial) technology, and raw courage as he takes on the non-stop white-knuckle dangers of the Southern Ocean. Humbly and handsomely he achieves his goal: to circle the Earth below the Antarctic Convergence ? alone. Surfing the waves in his custom-built 50-foot ?aluminum red truck?, Paratii, Klink enjoys the quiet confidence that comes from proper planning, common-sense technology, and a life-long fascination with the history of Southern Ocean sailing. Klink proves his seamanship handling tricky boat repairs while underway, navigating icebergs, negotiating gales and williwaws, and surfing gigantic waves. He shares his love of boats, nature, history, and great books. Through self-deprecating humor we also meet Klink as family man, father, cook, and swab. Guided by the mystical wisdom he acquired as a boy from Brazil?s sea-hardened jangadeiros and cai?ara boatbuilders, Klink is a modern Moitessier, sailing before an Aerorig mast.