Description
Book SynopsisA captivating compendium of rare and exquisite first-hand records of ocean voyages around the world and in different ages, providing a fascinating insight into exploration and adventure at sea.
Trade Review'A captivating collection of exquisite first-hand records providing fascinating insights into exploration and adventure at sea' - Traveller
'Beautiful … readers could easily be left with the impression that all 18th-century seafarers were also talented artists' - CNN Travel
'Lewis-Jones’s book has everything from illustrated accounts of whaling voyages and naval battles to depictions of Kamchatkan kayakers and fluorescent sea slugs' - The Scotsman
'Thrilling ... succeeds in illustrating not only the diversity of maritime sketchbooks but also how vital they were for their creators' - Times Literary Supplement
'Magnificent first-hand accounts of the thrills and spills of sea exploration' - The Lady
'The sort of book to curl up with … you will relish each turn of the page as you explore the nautical journeys … humorous, poignant and most definitely informative … this is a book to learn from and treasure' - Family Tree
'Endlessly diverting and beautifully produced' - Daily Telegraph
'A remarkable treasure chest' - Geographical
'Gorgeously produced … a lovely present for anyone who’s fascinated by exploration' - Practical Boat Owner
'Readers of this beautifully-produced volume will be far from miserable, and may even be inspired to keep their own journals and images of life' - Nautilus Telegraph
'One of the most spectacular and fascinating books I have ever read. A real privilege! Superb' - Book Reviews Monthly
'Remarkable' - Bookanista
'Wide-ranging and beautifully illustrated' - Books of the Year, Spectator
