Gipsy Moth Circles The World – Francis Chichester

Sir Francis Chichester’s “Gipsy Moth Circles The World” chronicles his historic 1966-67 solo circumnavigation aboard the Gipsy Moth IV. At 65, Chichester defied age and treacherous seas, making only one stop in Sydney during his 226-day journey. This gripping account details his remarkable tenacity, endurance, and the triumph of human spirit against immense challenges, as he battled both the elements and his boat’s flaws. An inspiring tale of adventure, it set speed records and cemented his place as a sailing legend.