Magnus Olsson: A will to win – The Tale of the fastest and hardest Whitbread round the World Race ever

The fascinating story of the Whitbread round-the-world sailing race is narrated by professional sailor Magnus Olsson. The book is heavily endowed with full-page photographs that vibrantly convey the excitement and dedication of the sailors as they battle the elements of ocean and weather as they rush to complete the race. Included are the years of preparation, designs of the boats, maps charting the course as well as incredible photographs taken during the race which capture the triumph of winning. The reader will also enjoy the history of Whitbread and the list of sailing terms which makes this book easily understandable.